42124 - Check attribute &1

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: 42 - Information Workbench

• Message number: 124

• Message text: Check attribute &1

What causes this issue?

Value &2 is not valid for attribute &1.

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?

Procedure for System Administrators

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message 42124 - Check attribute &1 ?

  The SAP error message 42124, which states "Check attribute &1," typically occurs in the context of SAP Business Warehouse (BW) or SAP BusinessObjects when there is an issue with the attributes of a characteristic or an InfoObject. This error can arise during various operations, such as data loading, reporting, or when trying to activate or transport objects.
  Cause:
  The error message usually indicates that there is a problem with the attribute definition or its assignment. Common causes include:
  
  Missing Attributes: The attribute specified in the error message may not be defined in the InfoObject.
  Incorrect Data Type: The data type of the attribute may not match the expected type.
  Inconsistent Data: There may be inconsistencies in the data that are causing the attribute to fail validation.
  Transport Issues: If the object has been transported from one system to another, there may be missing dependencies or inconsistencies in the target system.
  Authorization Issues: The user may not have the necessary authorizations to access or modify the attribute.
  
  Solution:
  To resolve the error, you can follow these steps:
  
  
  Check Attribute Definition:
  
  Go to the InfoObject maintenance transaction (e.g., RSD1) and verify that the attribute exists and is correctly defined.
  Ensure that the attribute is active and has the correct data type.
  
  
  
  Validate Data:
  
  Check the data being loaded or processed to ensure that it conforms to the expected format and data types for the attributes.
  
  
  
  Review Transport Requests:
  
  If the error occurred after a transport, check the transport logs for any issues and ensure that all dependent objects were transported correctly.
  
  
  
  Check Authorizations:
  
  Ensure that the user has the necessary authorizations to access and modify the InfoObject and its attributes.
  
  
  
  Re-activate Objects:
  
  If the InfoObject or its attributes have been modified, try reactivating them to ensure that all changes are applied.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Refer to SAP documentation or notes related to the specific InfoObject or attribute for any known issues or additional troubleshooting steps.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Common transaction codes related to InfoObjects include RSD1 (InfoObject maintenance), RSA1 (Data Warehousing Workbench), and RSPC (Process Chain maintenance).
  SAP Notes: Check SAP Notes for any specific fixes or patches related to this error message.
  Community Forums: SAP Community and other forums can be helpful for finding similar issues and solutions shared by other users.
  
  If the issue persists after following these steps, it may be beneficial to consult with your SAP Basis or BW team for further investigation.