How To Fix RSTRAN508 - Key rule (target field: &2): Initial update selected


RSTRAN508 - Overview

  • Message type: E = Error

  • Message class: RSTRAN - Messages for Transformation

  • Message number: 508

  • Message text: Key rule (target field: &2): Initial update selected

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  • What causes this issue?

    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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    How to fix this error?

    Procedure for System Administrators

    Internal rule ID &V1&

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  • What is the cause and solution for SAP error message RSTRAN508 - Key rule (target field: &2): Initial update selected ?
    The SAP error message RSTRAN508 indicates that there is an issue with the data transfer process in SAP BW (Business Warehouse) related to the key figure or target field specified in the message. The message typically means that an initial update has been selected for a key figure that does not allow it, or that the data being processed does not meet the requirements for an initial load.
    
    Cause: Initial Update Selection: The error occurs when an initial update is selected for a key figure that is not configured to accept initial updates. This can happen if the data source or the target InfoObject is not set up correctly. Data Source Configuration: The data source may not be configured to allow initial loads, or the target InfoObject may not be set up to accept initial data. Data Transfer Process (DTP) Settings: The DTP settings may not be correctly configured to handle initial loads for

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