How To Fix 28133 - Restrictable and other characteristics cannot be inferred simultaneously

28133 - Overview

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: 28 - Configuration

• Message number: 133

• Message text: Restrictable and other characteristics cannot be inferred simultaneously

What causes this issue?

In a constraint, you cannot define restrictions and other inferences at
the same time. However, the list of required inferences (INFERENCES:)
contains both restrictable variables and variables which cannot be
restricted.

System Response

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

How to fix this error?

Divide the constraint into two constraints: create one constraint for
restrictions and one constraint for other inferences.

Error message extract from SAP system. Copyright SAP SE.

Smart SAP Assistant

• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message 28133 - Restrictable and other characteristics cannot be inferred simultaneously ?

  The SAP error message 28133, which states "Restrictable and other characteristics cannot be inferred simultaneously," typically occurs in the context of SAP BW (Business Warehouse) or SAP HANA when you are trying to create or modify a query or a data model that involves characteristics that have conflicting properties.
  
  Cause:
  This error arises when you attempt to use characteristics in a way that is not allowed due to their inherent properties. Specifically, it occurs when you try to infer both restrictable characteristics (those that can be filtered) and other characteristics (which may not be compatible with the filtering process) at the same time in a query or data model. 
  
  Solution:
  To resolve this error, you can take the following steps:
  
  
  Review Characteristics: Check the characteristics you are using in your query or data model. Identify which ones are marked as restrictable and which ones are not.
  
  
  Modify Query/Model: Adjust your query or data model to