Message type: E = Error
Message class: BW_REPORTING_FPM - Messages for BICS UIBBs
Message number: 008
Message text: Characteristic ID &1 could not be found
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The SAP error message BW_REPORTING_FPM008 indicates that a specific characteristic ID (denoted by &1) could not be found in the context of a BW (Business Warehouse) reporting scenario. This error typically arises in the context of reporting tools like SAP BusinessObjects, SAP BW, or SAP Fiori applications that rely on BW data models. Causes: Missing Characteristic: The characteristic ID specified in the error message does not exist in the InfoObject catalog or the data model. Incorrect Configuration: The reporting tool may be incorrectly configured, leading to the system looking for a characteristic that is not part of the current data model. Transport Issues: If the characteristic was recently transported from another system (e.g., development to production), it may not have been transported correctly. Data Model Changes: Changes in the data model, such as deletion or renaming of characteristics, can lead to this error. Authorization Issues: The user may not have the necessary authorizations to access the
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