How To Fix BRAIN_DEV107 - Artificial characteristic "Currency/Unit" (1CUDIM) cannot be added

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

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

• Message number: 107

• Message text: Artificial characteristic "Currency/Unit" (1CUDIM) cannot be added

What causes this issue?

The artificial characteristic "Currency/Unit" (1CUDIM) cannot be added
to a query as free 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_DEV107 - Artificial characteristic "Currency/Unit" (1CUDIM) cannot be added ?

  The SAP error message BRAIN_DEV107 indicates that there is an issue with adding an artificial characteristic, specifically "Currency/Unit" (1CUDIM), to a data model or query in SAP BW (Business Warehouse) or SAP HANA. This error typically arises in the context of data modeling or reporting when the system encounters a conflict or limitation regarding the use of currency or unit characteristics.
  Cause:
  
  Existing Characteristics: The characteristic "Currency/Unit" may already be defined in the data model or query, leading to a conflict when trying to add it again.
  Data Model Restrictions: The data model may have restrictions on the use of artificial characteristics, or the specific context in which you are trying to add it may not support it.
  Incompatible Data Sources: The data source you are working with may not be compatible with the addition of the "Currency/Unit" characteristic.
  Technical Settings: There may be technical settings or configurations in the InfoObject or InfoProvider that prevent the addition of this characteristic.
  
  Solution:
  
  Check Existing Characteristics: Review the data model or query to see if "Currency/Unit" is already included. If it is, you may not need to add it again.
  Review Data Model Configuration: Ensure that the data model allows for the addition of artificial characteristics. Check the settings of the InfoObject or InfoProvider to confirm compatibility.
  Modify Query or Data Model: If the addition of "Currency/Unit" is not supported in the current context, consider modifying the query or data model to accommodate the necessary characteristics without causing conflicts.
  Consult Documentation: Refer to SAP documentation or help resources for specific guidelines on using artificial characteristics in your version of SAP BW or HANA.
  Seek Support: If the issue persists, consider reaching out to SAP support or your internal SAP BW team for further assistance.
  
  Related Information:
  
  SAP BW Documentation: Review the official SAP BW documentation for information on artificial characteristics and their usage.
  SAP Community: Engage with the SAP Community forums to see if other users have encountered similar issues and what solutions they found.
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes (e.g., RSA1 for Data Warehousing Workbench) to navigate and troubleshoot your data model effectively.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the cause of the error and implement a suitable solution.