How To Fix RSDODSO198 - DataStore object type cannot be changed because it contains data

RSDODSO198 - Overview

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: RSDODSO - Messages for ODS Objects

• Message number: 198

• Message text: DataStore object type cannot be changed because it contains data

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RSDODSO198 - Details

• The SAP error message RSDODSO198 indicates that you are trying to change the type of a DataStore Object (DSO) in SAP BW (Business Warehouse) while it still contains data. This is a protective measure to prevent data loss or corruption that could occur if the structure of the DSO is altered while it is populated with data.
  
  Cause:
  The error occurs when you attempt to change the type of a DSO (for example, from a standard DSO to a write-optimized DSO or vice versa) while it still has existing data. The system does not allow this change to ensure data integrity.
  
  Solution:
  To resolve this error, you can follow these steps:
  
  
  Check Data: First, verify if the DSO contains data. You can do this by running a query or checking the data in the DSO.
  
  
  Delete Data: If you are sure that the data in the DSO is no longer needed, you can delete the data