How To Fix CONT_TOOLS605 - Check category IRC: InfoObject &1, reference was changed from &2 to &3

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: CONT_TOOLS - Message for BI Content Tools German

• Message number: 605

• Message text: Check category IRC: InfoObject &1, reference was changed from &2 to &3

What causes this issue?

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

System Response

An incompatible change was made for the InfoObject .
This may cause serious problems at the customer site if the InfoObject w
as already delivered.

How to fix this error?

Please, check whether the change is really necessary.
If NOT -> Reverse the change and activate the InfoObject again.
If YES -> ,,
Step 1: Create a note which describes how to deal with the change.
Step 2: Mark the Content Analyzer Error as 'checked':
,,,,Go to transaction RSBICA (Content Analyzer)
,,,,Settings -> ,,Confirm Check-Results:
,,,,,,,,,,Maintain the appropriate check result:
,,,,,,,,,,Input: Confirmed = Yes (error message is checked)
,,,,,,,,,,,,Note number = enter note number
,,,,,,,,,,,,Message or Comment = enter short explanation why the change
is necessary .

Procedure for System Administrators

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message CONT_TOOLS605 - Check category IRC: InfoObject &1, reference was changed from &2 to &3 ?

  The SAP error message CONT_TOOLS605 indicates that there is an inconsistency in the reference of an InfoObject in the context of the SAP BW (Business Warehouse) system. Specifically, it suggests that the reference for a particular InfoObject has been changed, which can lead to issues in data modeling or reporting.
  Cause:
  The error message is triggered when:
  
  An InfoObject's reference (such as a characteristic or key figure) has been modified, and the system detects that this change could affect existing data models or queries.
  The reference change could be due to a manual update, a transport request, or changes made in the InfoObject definition.
  
  Solution:
  To resolve the CONT_TOOLS605 error, you can follow these steps:
  
  
  Identify the InfoObject: Check the message details to identify the specific InfoObject (&1) and the old (&2) and new (&3) references.
  
  
  Review Changes: Investigate why the reference was changed. This could involve checking transport logs or change logs to see who made the change and why.
  
  
  Update Data Models: If the reference change is valid, you may need to update any data models, queries, or reports that rely on the affected InfoObject. This ensures that they point to the correct reference.
  
  
  Re-activate Objects: If necessary, re-activate any affected InfoObjects, InfoProviders, or queries to ensure that they are aligned with the new reference.
  
  
  Check for Dependencies: Look for any dependencies or relationships that might be affected by the change. This includes checking for any composite providers, multiproviders, or other objects that might reference the InfoObject.
  
  
  Test: After making the necessary updates, test the affected reports or data models to ensure that they function correctly with the new reference.
  
  
  Documentation: Document the changes made and communicate with your team to ensure everyone is aware of the modifications.
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  SAP Notes: Check SAP Notes for any known issues or additional guidance related to this error message. SAP frequently updates its knowledge base with solutions for common problems.
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as RSA1 (Data Warehousing Workbench) and RSD1 (InfoObject Maintenance) to manage InfoObjects and data models effectively.
  Change Management: Implement a change management process to track modifications to InfoObjects and their references to prevent similar issues in the future.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the CONT_TOOLS605 error and ensure that your SAP BW environment remains stable and functional.