How To Fix UMK828 - It is not possible to write units/currencies into initial BW master data

UMK828 - Overview

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: UMK - Measures

• Message number: 828

• Message text: It is not possible to write units/currencies into initial BW master data

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message UMK828 - It is not possible to write units/currencies into initial BW master data ?

  The SAP error message UMK828, which states "It is not possible to write units/currencies into initial BW master data," typically occurs in the context of SAP BW (Business Warehouse) when there is an issue with the data loading process, particularly related to master data attributes such as units of measure or currencies.
  
  Cause:
  
  
  Initial Load Restrictions: The error often arises during the initial load of master data into BW. SAP BW has certain restrictions on what can be loaded during the initial load phase, and units or currencies may not be allowed to be written at this stage.
  
  
  Data Source Configuration: The data source from which you are trying to load the master data may not be configured correctly to include units or currencies.
  
  
  Master Data Settings: The settings for the master data in the BW system may not allow for the inclusion of units or currencies during the initial load.
  
  
  Data Model Issues: There