How To Fix BRAIN071 - Could not enter characteristic value &1 with SID &2 in table &3

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: BRAIN -

• Message number: 071

• Message text: Could not enter characteristic value &1 with SID &2 in table &3

What causes this issue?

There is an inconsistency in SID table &V3& for InfoObject &V4&.

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?

Check table &V3& (transaction SE16). Find out why the record with value
&V1& and SID &V2& cannot be entered into the table. Note that there is
also a unique index in the 'SID' column. This means that each SID
appears a maximum of once.
Use transaction RSRV, test "Comparison of Number Range and Maximum SID"
for characteristic &V4&, to determine whether there is an inconsistency
between the number range object and the maximum SID. If there is an
inconsistency, you can also repair it in this transaction. If this does
not remove the problem, carry out the other master data tests in
transaction RSRV for characteristic &V4&.

Procedure for System Administrators

Error message extract from SAP system. Copyright SAP SE.

Smart SAP Assistant

• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message BRAIN071 - Could not enter characteristic value &1 with SID &2 in table &3 ?

  The SAP error message BRAIN071 indicates that there is an issue with entering a characteristic value into a specific table. This error typically occurs in the context of SAP BW (Business Warehouse) or SAP BI (Business Intelligence) when dealing with characteristics and their values.
  Cause:
  The error message "BRAIN071 Could not enter characteristic value &1 with SID &2 in table &3" can be caused by several factors:
  
  
  Invalid Characteristic Value: The characteristic value you are trying to enter may not exist or may not be valid for the characteristic in question.
  
  
  Missing SID (Surrogate ID): The SID for the characteristic value may not be available in the SID table. This can happen if the value has not been loaded or if there is a mismatch in the data.
  
  
  Data Consistency Issues: There may be inconsistencies in the data model, such as missing entries in the master data tables.
  
  
  Authorization Issues: The user may not have the necessary authorizations to perform the operation.
  
  
  Technical Issues: There could be technical issues with the database or the SAP system itself.
  
  
  Solution:
  To resolve the BRAIN071 error, you can take the following steps:
  
  
  Check Characteristic Value: Verify that the characteristic value you are trying to enter is valid and exists in the master data. You can do this by checking the relevant master data table.
  
  
  Check SID Table: Ensure that the SID for the characteristic value exists in the SID table. You can use transaction codes like RSD1 to check the InfoObject and its SID table.
  
  
  Load Missing Data: If the SID is missing, you may need to load the master data again to ensure that all necessary entries are present.
  
  
  Data Consistency Check: Run consistency checks on your data model to identify and resolve any inconsistencies. You can use transaction RSMO for monitoring and managing data loads.
  
  
  Authorization Check: Ensure that the user has the necessary authorizations to perform the operation. Check the user roles and authorizations in transaction SU01.
  
  
  Technical Support: If the issue persists, consider reaching out to your SAP Basis team or technical support for further investigation. They can check for any underlying technical issues with the database or the SAP system.
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as RSD1 (InfoObject maintenance), RSMO (monitoring data loads), and SE11 (data dictionary) for checking table structures.
  SAP Notes: Check SAP Notes for any known issues or patches related to this error message. You can search for BRAIN071 in the SAP Support Portal.
  Documentation: Review SAP documentation on InfoObjects, master data, and SID handling for a deeper understanding of how these components interact.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify and resolve the issue causing the BRAIN071 error in your SAP system.