How To Fix RSRD168 - Setting has been changed and must be saved before scheduling takes place

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: RSRD - Report Dissemination

• Message number: 168

• Message text: Setting has been changed and must be saved before scheduling takes place

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message RSRD168 - Setting has been changed and must be saved before scheduling takes place ?

  The SAP error message RSRD168, which states "Setting has been changed and must be saved before scheduling takes place," typically occurs in the context of SAP Business Warehouse (BW) or SAP BusinessObjects when you attempt to schedule a report or a query that has unsaved changes in its settings.
  
  Cause:
  This error is triggered when:
  
  You have made changes to the report or query settings (like filters, variables, or layout) but have not saved those changes.
  The system requires that all modifications be saved before you can proceed with scheduling the report.
  
  
  Solution:
  To resolve this error, follow these steps:
  
  
  Save Changes: 
  
  Go back to the report or query where you made changes.
  Save the changes by clicking on the "Save" button or using the appropriate menu option (usually found under "File" or "Save").
  
  
  
  Check for Additional Changes: 
  
  Ensure that there are no other unsaved changes in the report or query settings.
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