How To Fix 26296 - An error occured while creating the original attribute for &1

26296 - Overview

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: 26 - Dokumentenverwaltung

• Message number: 296

• Message text: An error occured while creating the original attribute for &1

What causes this issue?

An error occured while creating an original in the Knowledge Provider.

System Response

The original could not be created.

How to fix this error?

Contact the systems administrator and check the log file (transaction
<DS:TRAN.SLG1>Evaluate application log</>, object SDOK).

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 26296 - An error occured while creating the original attribute for &1 ?

  The SAP error message 26296, "An error occurred while creating the original attribute for &1," typically relates to issues in the context of data modeling or attribute handling in SAP BW (Business Warehouse) or SAP HANA environments. This error can occur during the creation or modification of InfoObjects, attributes, or other data modeling components.
  Causes:
  
  Data Model Inconsistencies: There may be inconsistencies in the data model, such as missing or incorrectly defined attributes.
  Technical Settings Issues: The technical settings of the InfoObject or attribute may not be correctly configured.
  Authorization Issues: The user may not have the necessary authorizations to create or modify the attribute.
  System Configuration Problems: There could be issues with the system configuration or settings that prevent the creation of the attribute.
  Database Constraints: Constraints at the database level, such as primary key violations or data type mismatches, can also lead to this error.
  
  Solutions:
  
  Check Data Model: Review the data model for inconsistencies. Ensure