How To Fix UMK149 - Error while updating the BW master data; see help text

UMK149 - Overview

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: UMK - Measures

• Message number: 149

• Message text: Error while updating the BW master data; see help text

What causes this issue?

While updating the master data for the
<DS:GLOS.352AA0AED9685CD5E10000009B38F974>InfoObject</> "0MEASURE", an
error occurred.
The error message from the BW system is: &V1&&V2&&V3&&V4&.

System Response

Message

How to fix this error?

You can update the master data at a later point in time. There are two
possibilities to do this:
Choose in the menu: Utilities->BW master data-> Measure: Update BW
master data. Here you can select the measures to be updated in a
background job.
Choose in the menu: Utilities->BW master data->Maintain measure. With
this function, you can maintain the text and attributes of the measure.

Procedure for System Administrators

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

Error message extract from SAP system. Copyright SAP SE.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message UMK149 - Error while updating the BW master data; see help text ?

  The SAP error message UMK149 typically indicates an issue encountered while updating the BW (Business Warehouse) master data. This error can arise due to various reasons, and understanding the cause is essential for finding an appropriate solution. Here’s a breakdown of potential causes, solutions, and related information:
  Causes:
  
  Data Inconsistencies: There may be inconsistencies in the master data being uploaded, such as missing mandatory fields or incorrect data formats.
  Authorization Issues: The user may not have the necessary authorizations to update the BW master data.
  Data Model Changes: Changes in the data model or structure of the InfoObjects may lead to issues during the update process.
  Locking Issues: The master data might be locked by another process or user, preventing updates.
  Technical Errors: There could be technical issues such as database connectivity problems or system performance issues.
  
  Solutions:
  
  Check Data Consistency: Review the data being uploaded for completeness and correctness. Ensure that all mandatory fields are filled and