How To Fix BWSD161 - Prepare class &2 for characteristic relationship &1

BWSD161 - Overview

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: BWSD - Messages for Scenario Transfer

• Message number: 161

• Message text: Prepare class &2 for characteristic relationship &1

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message BWSD161 - Prepare class &2 for characteristic relationship &1 ?

  The SAP error message BWSD161 typically occurs in the context of SAP BW (Business Warehouse) when there is an issue with the preparation of a class for a characteristic relationship. This error can arise during the activation or processing of InfoObjects, especially when dealing with characteristic relationships in the BW system.
  
  Cause:
  The error message BWSD161 indicates that there is a problem with the preparation of a class for a specific characteristic relationship. This can be caused by several factors, including:
  
  
  Missing or Incomplete Class Definition: The class that is supposed to be used for the characteristic relationship may not be defined correctly or may be missing altogether.
  
  
  Incorrect Configuration: There may be configuration issues related to the characteristic relationship or the classes associated with it.
  
  
  Data Inconsistencies: There could be inconsistencies in the data or metadata related to the characteristic relationship.
  
  
  Transport Issues: If the characteristic relationship or its associated class was transported from another