How To Fix RSO565 - Append must be assigned to a switch (development class: &1)

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: RSO - BW Repository

• Message number: 565

• Message text: Append must be assigned to a switch (development class: &1)

The package &SYST-MSGV1& is not assigned to a switch.

The system issues an error message and will not allow you to continue with this transaction until the error is resolved.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message RSO565 - Append must be assigned to a switch (development class: &1) ?

  The SAP error message RSO565, which states "Append must be assigned to a switch (development class: &1)," typically occurs in the context of SAP BW (Business Warehouse) when you are trying to create or modify an append structure for a DataStore Object (DSO) or InfoObject. This error indicates that the append structure you are trying to create or modify is not assigned to a switch, which is a requirement in certain scenarios.
  Cause:
  
  Missing Assignment to a Switch: The append structure must be assigned to a switch in the development class. This is a requirement for certain types of objects in SAP BW to ensure that changes can be managed and transported correctly.
  Development Class Issues: The development class (package) associated with the append structure may not be configured correctly or may not be assigned to a switch.
  
  Solution:
  To resolve the RSO565 error, you can follow these steps:
  
  
  Check the Development Class:
  
  Go to the transaction SE80 (Object Navigator) or SE11 (Data Dictionary).
  Find the append structure that is causing the error.
  Check the development class (package) associated with the append structure.
  
  
  
  Assign to a Switch:
  
  If the development class is not assigned to a switch, you need to assign it to one. This can be done in the transaction SE80:
  
  Navigate to the development class.
  Right-click on the development class and select "Change."
  In the properties, check the "Switch" assignment and assign it to the appropriate switch.
  
  
  
  
  
  Transport Request:
  
  If you are working in a development environment, ensure that the changes are included in a transport request that is properly configured to be moved to the target environment.
  
  
  
  Check for Existing Switches:
  
  Ensure that the switch you are trying to assign to is active and available in your system. You can check this in transaction SFW5 (Switch Framework).
  
  
  
  Recreate the Append Structure:
  
  If the above steps do not resolve the issue, consider deleting the append structure and recreating it, ensuring that it is assigned to the correct development class and switch from the beginning.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that might provide additional context or solutions for this error.
  Documentation: Review SAP documentation related to append structures and development classes in BW to understand the requirements and best practices.
  Transport Management: Familiarize yourself with the transport management system in SAP, as it plays a crucial role in managing changes across different environments.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the RSO565 error and successfully create or modify your append structure in SAP BW.