How To Fix CONT_TOOLS616 - Check category ITC: InfoObject &1, lower-case allowance was deactivated

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

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

• Message number: 616

• Message text: Check category ITC: InfoObject &1, lower-case allowance 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_TOOLS616 - Check category ITC: InfoObject &1, lower-case allowance was deactivated ?

  The SAP error message CONT_TOOLS616 indicates that there is an issue with the configuration of an InfoObject in the SAP BW (Business Warehouse) system. Specifically, it relates to the lower-case allowance for the InfoObject being deactivated, which can lead to problems when trying to load or process data.
  Cause:
  The error occurs when:
  
  The InfoObject specified (denoted by &1 in the error message) has been configured in such a way that it does not allow lower-case characters.
  The data being processed or loaded into this InfoObject contains lower-case characters, which violates the configuration settings.
  
  Solution:
  To resolve this error, you can take the following steps:
  
  
  Check InfoObject Settings:
  
  Go to the InfoObject maintenance transaction (e.g., RSA1 or RSD1).
  Locate the InfoObject that is causing the error.
  Check the settings for the InfoObject, specifically the "Lower Case Allowed" option.
  
  
  
  Modify the InfoObject:
  
  If you want to allow lower-case characters, you can modify the InfoObject settings to enable the lower-case allowance.
  Save the changes and activate the InfoObject.
  
  
  
  Data Cleansing:
  
  If changing the InfoObject settings is not an option, you may need to cleanse the data being loaded to ensure it only contains upper-case characters.
  This can be done through data transformation processes or by modifying the source data before loading it into SAP BW.
  
  
  
  Re-run the Data Load:
  
  After making the necessary changes, re-run the data load process to see if the error is resolved.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  InfoObject Configuration: Understanding how to configure InfoObjects in SAP BW is crucial. This includes knowing how to set properties like "Lower Case Allowed."
  Data Loading Processes: Familiarity with the data loading processes in SAP BW, including the use of Data Transfer Processes (DTPs) and InfoPackages, can help in troubleshooting similar issues.
  SAP Notes and Documentation: Check SAP Notes for any specific patches or updates related to this error message. SAP's official documentation can also provide insights into best practices for InfoObject management.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the CONT_TOOLS616 error and ensure that your InfoObject is configured correctly for the data you are working with.