How To Fix RSAU886 - Update rule & & could not be saved in an order

RSAU886 - Overview

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: RSAU - Update rules

• Message number: 886

• Message text: Update rule & & could not be saved in an order

What causes this issue?

An error occurred when writing the transport order.
The update rules have already been edited once, either they were
written in a transport order then and not this time or the other way
around.

System Response

The system issues an error message and will not allow you to continue with this transaction until the error is resolved.

How to fix this error?

Switch on transporting or attempt to reactivate the update rules.
If the error occurs again, please contact the person responsible for
your system.

Error message extract from SAP system. Copyright SAP SE.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message RSAU886 - Update rule & & could not be saved in an order ?

  The SAP error message RSAU886 typically indicates that there is an issue with saving an update rule in the context of SAP BW (Business Warehouse) or SAP BI (Business Intelligence). This error can occur for various reasons, and understanding the cause is essential for finding a solution.
  Possible Causes:
  
  Authorization Issues: The user may not have the necessary authorizations to save changes to the update rule.
  Technical Errors: There may be technical issues such as database locks, inconsistencies in the data model, or problems with the transport system.
  Incorrect Configuration: The update rule may be incorrectly configured, leading to validation errors when trying to save.
  Missing Objects: Required objects (like InfoObjects, DataSources, etc.) may be missing or not properly defined.
  Transport Issues: If the system is in a transport environment, there may be issues with the transport layer that prevent saving.
  
  Solutions:
  
  Check Authorizations: Ensure that the user has the necessary authorizations to modify and save update rules.