Unable to enable Write Back Option in OBIEE11g

Hi Experts,
I'm using OBIEE 11g.
I have followed all the steps to enable the write back option as in OBIEE 10g.
I'm unable to check the enable writeback option in column properties.
Am I missing any configuration steps.
Pls help me by providing necessary steps.
Regards,
Kalyan.

Hi,
I have tried it and now able to get the write back option in enabled state.
So, Iam closing this issue..
Regards,
Kalyan.

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I have a table on presentation, i want to make a table in analysis with function "Write back". But in criteria, when i choose "column properties" --> "write back" tab --> i can not check "Enable write back". I have granted privileges "write back" to user
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In OBIEE 11g You need to make sure that you mark the logical columns in your Repository RPD as "Writeable". Otherwise the ability to write to these columns is not allowed for WriteBack functionality.
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