How To Fix RSLPO_PARTGUI039 - Field catalog must be modified before you can edit the criteria

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: RSLPO_PARTGUI -

• Message number: 039

• Message text: Field catalog must be modified before you can edit the criteria

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message RSLPO_PARTGUI039 - Field catalog must be modified before you can edit the criteria ?

  The SAP error message RSLPO_PARTGUI039 indicates that there is an issue with the field catalog in a report or query, specifically that it must be modified before you can edit the selection criteria. This typically occurs in the context of SAP Business Warehouse (BW) or SAP Query tools where the field catalog defines which fields are available for selection and how they can be used.
  Cause:
  
  Field Catalog Configuration: The field catalog may not be properly configured to allow editing of the selection criteria. This can happen if the fields are not set up correctly in the underlying data model or if the report/query is locked for editing.
  Authorization Issues: The user may not have the necessary authorizations to modify the field catalog or the selection criteria.
  Technical Issues: There may be a technical issue with the report or query that prevents the modification of the field catalog.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Modify the Field Catalog:
  
  Access the field catalog configuration in the relevant transaction (e.g., RSA1 for BW).
  Ensure that the fields you want to edit are included in the field catalog and are set to be editable.
  If necessary, add or modify fields in the field catalog to allow for the desired selection criteria.
  
  
  
  Check Authorizations:
  
  Verify that the user has the necessary authorizations to modify the field catalog and selection criteria. This may involve checking roles and permissions in the SAP system.
  
  
  
  Technical Troubleshooting:
  
  If the issue persists, check for any technical issues with the report or query. This may involve debugging or checking logs for errors.
  Ensure that the data model is correctly set up and that there are no inconsistencies in the underlying data sources.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Refer to SAP documentation or help resources for specific guidance on modifying field catalogs and selection criteria in your version of SAP.
  
  
  
  Contact SAP Support:
  
  If you are unable to resolve the issue, consider reaching out to SAP support for assistance, especially if this is a recurring problem or if it affects multiple users.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Field Catalog: A field catalog in SAP defines the fields that can be used in reports and queries, including their properties and how they can be manipulated.
  SAP BW: Business Warehouse is a data warehousing solution that allows for reporting and analysis of data from various sources.
  Authorization Objects: In SAP, authorization objects control access to various functions and data, and ensuring the correct roles are assigned is crucial for user operations.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to address the error message RSLPO_PARTGUI039 and modify the field catalog as needed.