How To Fix BRAIN_DEV067 - Time characteristic &1 of stock coverage key fig. &2 not in InfoProv &3

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

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

• Message number: 067

• Message text: Time characteristic &1 of stock coverage key fig. &2 not in InfoProv &3

What causes this issue?

Characteristic &V1& which defines the time granularity of the stock
coverage key figure &V2& is missing in InfoProvider &V3&. The stock
coverage calculation requires that the data can be retrieved from the
InfoProvider in the granularity of this characteristic. This
characteristic is also used as exception aggregation reference
characteristic.

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 BRAIN_DEV067 - Time characteristic &1 of stock coverage key fig. &2 not in InfoProv &3 ?

  The SAP error message BRAIN_DEV067 indicates that there is an issue with the time characteristic associated with a stock coverage key figure in a specific InfoProvider. This error typically arises in the context of SAP BW (Business Warehouse) or SAP HANA when working with planning or reporting scenarios.
  Cause:
  The error occurs when the time characteristic specified in the stock coverage key figure is not found in the InfoProvider. This can happen due to several reasons:
  
  Missing Time Characteristic: The time characteristic (e.g., calendar month, week, day) that is expected by the key figure is not included in the InfoProvider.
  Incorrect Configuration: The configuration of the key figure or the InfoProvider may be incorrect, leading to a mismatch.
  Data Model Changes: Changes in the data model, such as modifications to the InfoProvider or the key figure definition, may have led to this inconsistency.
  Transport Issues: If the InfoProvider was transported from one system to another, there may be discrepancies in the definitions.
  
  Solution:
  To resolve the BRAIN_DEV067 error, you can follow these steps:
  
  
  Check InfoProvider Definition:
  
  Go to the InfoProvider in the SAP BW system and verify that the required time characteristic is included in the structure of the InfoProvider.
  Ensure that the time characteristic is correctly defined and activated.
  
  
  
  Review Key Figure Configuration:
  
  Check the configuration of the stock coverage key figure to ensure that it references the correct time characteristic.
  If necessary, adjust the key figure definition to align with the available time characteristics in the InfoProvider.
  
  
  
  Update Data Model:
  
  If there have been recent changes to the data model, ensure that all related objects are updated and activated.
  Rebuild the InfoProvider if necessary to ensure that all changes are reflected.
  
  
  
  Transport Consistency:
  
  If the issue arose after a transport, verify that all related objects were transported correctly and that there are no missing components.
  Check the transport logs for any errors or warnings that may indicate issues during the transport process.
  
  
  
  Testing:
  
  After making the necessary adjustments, test the key figure to ensure that the error is resolved and that the data is being calculated correctly.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  SAP Notes: Check SAP Notes for any known issues or patches related to this error message. SAP frequently updates its knowledge base with solutions for common problems.
  Documentation: Review the SAP BW documentation for guidance on configuring InfoProviders and key figures, especially regarding time characteristics.
  Community Forums: Engage with SAP community forums or user groups where similar issues may have been discussed, and solutions shared.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify and resolve the cause of the BRAIN_DEV067 error in your SAP environment.