How To Fix SIC_NORM_ENGINE038 - 'Changing' variable assigned to interface of attribute normalizing rule

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: SIC_NORM_ENGINE - Messages from normalization engine

• Message number: 038

• Message text: 'Changing' variable assigned to interface of attribute normalizing rule

What causes this issue?

In attribute normalizing rule &V4&, interface variable &V3& of
conditional rule &V1& (call number &V2&) has type "Changing". It may not
be assigned to an interface variable assigned to an attribute
normalizing rule of type "Importing".

System Response

The attribute normalizing rule is inconsistent and cannot be executed.

How to fix this error?

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

Procedure for System Administrators

Correct the attribute normalizing rule.

Error message extract from SAP system. Copyright SAP SE.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message SIC_NORM_ENGINE038 - 'Changing' variable assigned to interface of attribute normalizing rule ?

  The SAP error message SIC_NORM_ENGINE038 typically occurs in the context of attribute normalization rules within the SAP system, particularly when dealing with the normalization of data in the SAP Information Steward or SAP Data Services environment. This error indicates that there is an issue with a variable that has been assigned to the interface of an attribute normalization rule.
  
  Cause:
  The error is generally caused by one of the following reasons:
  
  Variable Modification: The variable that is assigned to the normalization rule's interface is being changed or modified in a way that is not allowed. This could happen if the variable is being used in multiple places or if its properties are being altered.
  Inconsistent Configuration: There may be inconsistencies in the configuration of the normalization rule, such as incorrect data types or incompatible settings.
  Dependency Issues: The normalization rule may depend on other rules or variables that have been altered or deleted, leading to