How To Fix BRAIN_DEV054 - Time dimension on InfoProvider &1 is inconsistent

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: BRAIN_DEV - BRAIN messages (for use by development)

• Message number: 054

• Message text: Time dimension on InfoProvider &1 is inconsistent

What causes this issue?

Further time characteristics in addition to the characteristic used in a
variable with current member are used in the query. To be able to
calculate meaningful current member results, these time characteristics
need to be consistent with the characteristic used in the variable with
current member.
A characteristic can be used in different place in a query:
The characteristic is in the drilldown
A filter has been defined on the characteristic
The characteristic is a group by characteristic for retrieving a certain
key figure
A way to check for the consistency of two time characteristics is to
check the consistency of the time dimension of the InfoProvider. The
time dimension of InfoProvider &V1& is inconsistent however.

System Response

The current member results cannot be calculated correctly because the
time dimension of InfoProvider &V1& is inconsistent.

How to fix this error?

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

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 BRAIN_DEV054 - Time dimension on InfoProvider &1 is inconsistent ?

  The SAP error message BRAIN_DEV054 indicates that there is an inconsistency in the time dimension of an InfoProvider in SAP BW (Business Warehouse). This error typically arises when there are discrepancies in the time-related data or settings associated with the InfoProvider.
  Cause:
  
  Inconsistent Time Characteristics: The time characteristics (like calendar year, fiscal year, etc.) in the InfoProvider may not match the expected values or formats.
  Missing Time Dimension: The time dimension may not be properly defined or linked to the InfoProvider.
  Data Model Changes: Changes in the underlying data model or InfoObjects that affect the time dimension may lead to inconsistencies.
  Data Load Issues: Problems during data loading processes can result in incomplete or incorrect time dimension data.
  Incorrect Time Attributes: Attributes related to time (like key figures or characteristics) may not be correctly defined or may have been altered.
  
  Solution:
  
  Check Time Dimension Settings: Review the settings of the time dimension in the InfoProvider. Ensure that all time-related characteristics are correctly defined and linked.
  Validate InfoObjects: Ensure that the InfoObjects related to the time dimension are correctly configured and activated.
  Rebuild the Time Dimension: If necessary, you may need to rebuild or redefine the time dimension in the InfoProvider.
  Data Consistency Check: Run consistency checks on the InfoProvider to identify and resolve any discrepancies in the data.
  Review Data Load Processes: Check the data load processes to ensure that they are correctly populating the time dimension. Look for any errors or warnings in the data load logs.
  Transport Requests: If changes were made in a development environment, ensure that all relevant transport requests have been moved to the production environment correctly.
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Use transaction codes like RSA1 (Data Warehousing Workbench) to access InfoProviders and check their settings.
  SAP Notes: Look for relevant SAP Notes that may address specific issues related to the BRAIN_DEV054 error.
  Documentation: Refer to SAP BW documentation for best practices on managing time dimensions and InfoProviders.
  Support: If the issue persists, consider reaching out to SAP support for further assistance.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify and resolve the inconsistency in the time dimension of the InfoProvider.