How To Fix BRAIN_DEV074 - Characteristic &1 has to be added to InfoProvider &2

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

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

• Message number: 074

• Message text: Characteristic &1 has to be added to InfoProvider &2

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message BRAIN_DEV074 - Characteristic &1 has to be added to InfoProvider &2 ?

  The SAP error message BRAIN_DEV074 indicates that a characteristic (denoted as &1) needs to be added to an InfoProvider (denoted as &2) in the context of SAP BW (Business Warehouse) or SAP BW/4HANA. This error typically arises when you are trying to execute a query or a report that requires a characteristic that is not currently included in the specified InfoProvider.
  Cause:
  
  Missing Characteristic: The characteristic that is required for the query or report is not part of the InfoProvider's structure.
  Changes in Data Model: If there have been recent changes to the data model, such as adding new characteristics to the underlying data source, but these changes have not been reflected in the InfoProvider.
  Query Definition: The query definition may reference a characteristic that is not included in the InfoProvider.
  
  Solution:
  To resolve the BRAIN_DEV074 error, you can follow these steps:
  
  Identify the Characteristic: Check the error message to identify the specific characteristic (&1) that is missing.
  Modify the InfoProvider:
  
  Go to the InfoProvider in the SAP BW modeling tools (e.g., RSA1 for InfoProviders).
  Open the InfoProvider and navigate to the "Characteristics" section.
  Add the missing characteristic to the InfoProvider.
  
  
  Activate the InfoProvider: After adding the characteristic, make sure to activate the InfoProvider to ensure that the changes take effect.
  Check Query Definition: If you are working with a query, ensure that the query definition is correctly referencing the InfoProvider and the newly added characteristic.
  Re-run the Query: After making the necessary changes, re-run the query to see if the error is resolved.
  
  Related Information:
  
  InfoProvider Types: Understand the type of InfoProvider you are working with (e.g., InfoCube, DataStore Object, CompositeProvider) as the steps to modify them may vary.
  Data Model Changes: Keep track of any changes made to the data model, as they may require updates to multiple InfoProviders or queries.
  SAP Notes and Documentation: Check SAP Notes for any known issues or additional guidance related to this error message. SAP's official documentation can also provide insights into best practices for managing InfoProviders and characteristics.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the BRAIN_DEV074 error and ensure that your queries and reports function correctly.