How To Fix CONT_TOOLS615 - Check category ITT: InfoObject &1, time dependency was deactivated

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

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

• Message number: 615

• Message text: Check category ITT: InfoObject &1, time dependency was deactivated

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_TOOLS615 - Check category ITT: InfoObject &1, time dependency was deactivated ?

  The SAP error message CONT_TOOLS615 indicates that there is an issue with the time dependency of an InfoObject in the context of the SAP BW (Business Warehouse) or SAP BI (Business Intelligence) environment. Specifically, it suggests that the time dependency for the specified InfoObject has been deactivated, which can lead to problems when trying to use that InfoObject in queries, reports, or data modeling.
  Cause:
  
  Deactivated Time Dependency: The InfoObject in question has its time dependency settings turned off. This means that the InfoObject does not support historical data or time-based analysis.
  Configuration Issues: There may be configuration issues in the InfoObject settings that prevent it from being used in a time-dependent manner.
  Data Model Changes: Changes in the data model or InfoObject settings may have inadvertently led to the deactivation of time dependency.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check InfoObject Settings:
  
  Go to the InfoObject maintenance transaction (e.g., RSA1 or RSD1).
  Locate the InfoObject specified in the error message.
  Check the settings for time dependency. Ensure that the "Time Dependency" option is activated.
  
  
  
  Activate Time Dependency:
  
  If the time dependency is deactivated, you can activate it by editing the InfoObject and enabling the time dependency option.
  Save the changes and regenerate the InfoObject if necessary.
  
  
  
  Recheck Data Model:
  
  After making changes, ensure that any data models or queries that use this InfoObject are updated accordingly.
  Test the InfoObject in a query or report to confirm that the issue is resolved.
  
  
  
  Transport Changes:
  
  If you are working in a development environment, ensure that any changes made are transported to the appropriate environments (e.g., QA, Production) as needed.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Review SAP documentation or notes related to InfoObjects and time dependency for any additional guidance or best practices.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  InfoObjects: These are the basic building blocks in SAP BW/BI that represent characteristics (dimensions) and key figures (measures).
  Time Dependency: This feature allows InfoObjects to store historical data, enabling time-based analysis and reporting.
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that may address specific issues or provide additional solutions related to this error message.
  
  If the problem persists after following these steps, it may be beneficial to consult with your SAP Basis or BW/BI team for further investigation or to reach out to SAP support for assistance.