How To Fix BRAIN_SUP029 - Add time characteristic &1 to PartProvider &2

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: BRAIN_SUP - BRAIN messages (for use by support)

• Message number: 029

• Message text: Add time characteristic &1 to PartProvider &2

What causes this issue?

The partprovider &V2& has mapped at least one non-cumulative keyfigure
to the multiprovider or composite provider, but the non-cumulative time
reference characteristic &V1& is not yet mapped.

System Response

The check of the multiprovider/ composite provider fails

How to fix this error?

Map the time characteristic &V1& of the partprovider &V2& to the time
characteristic &V1& of the multiprovider/composite provider.

Procedure for System Administrators

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

Error message extract from SAP system. Copyright SAP SE.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message BRAIN_SUP029 - Add time characteristic &1 to PartProvider &2 ?

  The SAP error message BRAIN_SUP029 indicates that a time characteristic (like a date or time dimension) is missing from a specific PartProvider in SAP BW (Business Warehouse) or SAP HANA. This error typically arises when you are trying to execute a query or a report that requires a time dimension, but that dimension has not been defined or added to the PartProvider.
  Cause:
  
  Missing Time Characteristic: The specified time characteristic (e.g., 0CALMONTH, 0CALYEAR) is not included in the PartProvider.
  Incorrect Configuration: The PartProvider may not be properly configured to include the necessary time characteristics.
  Data Model Changes: Changes in the data model or the underlying InfoProvider may have led to the removal or misconfiguration of the time characteristic.
  
  Solution:
  To resolve the error, you need to add the required time characteristic to the specified PartProvider. Here are the steps to do this:
  
  Identify the Time Characteristic: Determine which time characteristic is missing (indicated by &1 in the error message).
  Access the PartProvider: Go to the relevant PartProvider (indicated by &2 in the error message) in the SAP BW or HANA modeling environment.
  Edit the PartProvider:
  
  Open the PartProvider in the modeling tool (e.g., SAP BW Modeling Tools in Eclipse).
  Navigate to the "Characteristics" or "Dimensions" section.
  
  
  Add the Time Characteristic:
  
  Add the missing time characteristic to the PartProvider.
  Ensure that the characteristic is properly linked to the data source.
  
  
  Activate the Changes: After making the changes, activate the PartProvider to ensure that the new configuration is applied.
  Test the Query/Report: Run the query or report again to verify that the error has been resolved.
  
  Related Information:
  
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that might provide additional context or solutions for this error.
  Documentation: Refer to the SAP BW or HANA documentation for more details on configuring PartProviders and managing characteristics.
  Data Model Review: If this error occurs frequently, consider reviewing the overall data model to ensure that all necessary characteristics are included in the relevant InfoProviders and PartProviders.
  
  If the issue persists after following these steps, it may be beneficial to consult with your SAP Basis or BW team for further investigation, as there may be underlying issues with the data model or system configuration.