How To Fix RSM403 - Update rules for &1 &2 already exist

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: RSM -

• Message number: 403

• Message text: Update rules for &1 &2 already exist

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message RSM403 - Update rules for &1 &2 already exist ?

  The SAP error message RSM403, which states "Update rules for &1 &2 already exist," typically occurs in the context of SAP BW (Business Warehouse) when you are trying to create or modify an update rule for a DataSource or InfoSource that already has an existing update rule defined.
  Cause:
  The error is triggered because:
  
  You are attempting to create a new update rule for a DataSource or InfoSource that already has an existing update rule.
  The system does not allow duplicate update rules for the same DataSource or InfoSource.
  
  Solution:
  To resolve this error, you can take the following steps:
  
  
  Check Existing Update Rules:
  
  Go to the Data Warehousing Workbench (transaction code RSA1).
  Navigate to the relevant DataSource or InfoSource.
  Check if there are already existing update rules defined for the object in question.
  
  
  
  Modify Existing Update Rules:
  
  If you find existing update rules, you can either modify them to meet your requirements or delete them if they are no longer needed.
  To modify or delete an update rule, you can use the transaction code RSA2 or navigate through the DataSource in RSA1.
  
  
  
  Create New Update Rule:
  
  If you need to create a new update rule, ensure that you are working with a different DataSource or InfoSource, or modify the existing one as needed.
  
  
  
  Transport Requests:
  
  If you are working in a development environment and need to transport changes to a production environment, ensure that the transport requests are correctly set up and that there are no conflicts with existing objects.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes:
  
  RSA1: Data Warehousing Workbench
  RSA2: DataSource Maintenance
  RSMO: Monitor Data Transfer
  
  
  Documentation: Refer to SAP Help documentation for more details on managing DataSources and update rules in SAP BW.
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that might address specific issues or provide additional guidance related to update rules.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the RSM403 error and successfully manage your update rules in SAP BW.