How To Fix RSDDG013 - DataStore object &1 does not have the type "Direct Update"

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: RSDDG - Error Messages Demo Data Generation

• Message number: 013

• Message text: DataStore object &1 does not have the type "Direct Update"

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message RSDDG013 - DataStore object &1 does not have the type "Direct Update" ?

  The SAP error message RSDDG013 indicates that the DataStore object (DSO) you are trying to use does not have the type "Direct Update." This error typically occurs when you attempt to perform operations that are only valid for Direct Update DataStore objects, such as loading data into a DSO that is not configured as a Direct Update DSO.
  Cause:
  
  Incorrect DSO Type: The DataStore object you are working with is not set up as a Direct Update DSO. Instead, it may be configured as a standard DSO or a write-optimized DSO.
  Data Loading Method: You might be using a data loading method that is only applicable to Direct Update DSOs, such as using a Direct Update DataSource.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check DSO Configuration: Verify the configuration of the DataStore object in the SAP BW system. You can do this by navigating to the DataStore object in the Data Warehousing Workbench (transaction RSA1) and checking its properties.
  
  If you need a Direct Update DSO, you may need to create a new DSO with the correct type.
  
  
  
  Change Data Loading Approach: If you do not need a Direct Update DSO, consider changing your data loading approach to use a standard DSO or a write-optimized DSO, depending on your requirements.
  
  
  Create a New Direct Update DSO: If your business process requires a Direct Update DSO, create a new DSO with the Direct Update type and configure it according to your needs.
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Direct Update DSO: This type of DSO allows for real-time data updates and is typically used for scenarios where data needs to be available immediately after it is loaded.
  Standard DSO: This type of DSO is used for data that does not require immediate availability and is typically used for batch processing.
  Write-Optimized DSO: This type is designed for high-volume data loads and is optimized for performance but does not support certain features like data activation.
  
  Additional Steps:
  
  Documentation: Refer to SAP documentation for more details on DataStore objects and their configurations.
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that might address specific issues or provide additional guidance related to this error message.
  Testing: After making changes, test the data loading process to ensure that it works as expected without triggering the error.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the RSDDG013 error and successfully work with your DataStore objects in SAP BW.