How To Fix UJA_CHECK_BIZ_RULES016 - Data source type of the field should be M or I or empty

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: UJA_CHECK_BIZ_RULES -

• Message number: 016

• Message text: Data source type of the field should be M or I or empty

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message UJA_CHECK_BIZ_RULES016 - Data source type of the field should be M or I or empty ?

  The SAP error message UJA_CHECK_BIZ_RULES016 indicates that there is an issue with the data source type of a field in your data model or configuration. Specifically, it states that the data source type should be either "M" (for master data), "I" (for transactional data), or empty. This error typically arises in the context of SAP BW (Business Warehouse) or SAP BW/4HANA when working with InfoObjects, DataSources, or during data modeling.
  Cause:
  
  Incorrect Data Source Type: The field in question has been assigned a data source type that is not recognized or is invalid. This could be due to a manual entry error or a misconfiguration in the data model.
  Field Configuration: The field may have been configured incorrectly in the InfoObject or DataSource settings, leading to an invalid data source type.
  Data Model Changes: If there have been recent changes to the data model or InfoObjects, it may have led to inconsistencies in the data source type definitions.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check Field Configuration:
  
  Go to the relevant InfoObject or DataSource in the SAP BW system.
  Verify the configuration of the field that is causing the error. Ensure that the data source type is set to "M", "I", or left empty as required.
  
  
  
  Correct Data Source Type:
  
  If the data source type is incorrect, change it to one of the valid options ("M", "I", or empty).
  Save the changes and activate the InfoObject or DataSource.
  
  
  
  Revalidate the Data Model:
  
  After making changes, revalidate the data model to ensure that all configurations are correct and that there are no further errors.
  
  
  
  Transport Changes:
  
  If you are working in a development environment, ensure that the changes are transported to the quality and production environments as needed.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Refer to SAP documentation or help resources for specific guidelines on configuring InfoObjects and DataSources.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that may address this specific error or provide additional troubleshooting steps.
  SAP Community: Engage with the SAP Community forums to see if other users have encountered similar issues and what solutions they have found.
  Testing: After making corrections, perform tests to ensure that the data loading and reporting processes work as expected without triggering the error again.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the UJA_CHECK_BIZ_RULES016 error and ensure that your data model is correctly configured.