How To Fix RSDMDM016 - Text for global characteristic value &1 cannot be changed

RSDMDM016 - Overview

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: RSDMDM - RSDMDM

• Message number: 016

• Message text: Text for global characteristic value &1 cannot be changed

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RSDMDM016 - Details

• The SAP error message RSDMDM016 indicates that there is an issue with changing the text for a global characteristic value in the context of SAP BW (Business Warehouse) or SAP BI (Business Intelligence). This error typically arises when you attempt to modify the text of a characteristic value that is defined as global and is being used in various contexts or has dependencies that prevent changes.
  
  Cause:
  
  Global Characteristic: The characteristic value you are trying to change is defined as a global characteristic, which means it is used across multiple InfoObjects or InfoProviders.
  Dependencies: The characteristic value may have dependencies or relationships with other objects that prevent it from being modified.
  Authorization Issues: You may not have the necessary authorizations to change the text for the characteristic value.
  Data Consistency: The system may be enforcing data consistency rules that prevent changes to ensure that existing reports and queries remain valid.
  
  
  Solution:
  
  Check Dependencies: Review the dependencies of