How To Fix DBMAN244 - Restrictions on time char. are not allowed for inventory InfoCubes

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: DBMAN - Data Manager Message Class

• Message number: 244

• Message text: Restrictions on time char. are not allowed for inventory InfoCubes

What causes this issue?

You tried to delete values of characteristic &v1&, which is a time
characteristic.

System Response

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

How to fix this error?

Procedure for System Administrators

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message DBMAN244 - Restrictions on time char. are not allowed for inventory InfoCubes ?

  The SAP error message DBMAN244, which states "Restrictions on time char. are not allowed for inventory InfoCubes," typically occurs when you attempt to apply a restriction on a time characteristic (like a date or time field) in an InfoCube that is designed for inventory data. Inventory InfoCubes are structured to handle data in a way that does not allow for time-based restrictions due to the nature of the data they store.
  Cause:
  
  InfoCube Design: Inventory InfoCubes are designed to aggregate data over time, and applying restrictions on time characteristics can lead to inconsistencies in the data aggregation.
  Query Design: If you are creating a query on an InfoCube and you try to filter or restrict data based on a time characteristic, the system will throw this error because it violates the design principles of the InfoCube.
  
  Solution:
  
  Remove Time Restrictions: Review the query or report you are trying to run and remove any restrictions that involve time characteristics. Instead, focus on other dimensions or characteristics that are allowed.
  Use Different InfoCubes: If you need to analyze data with time restrictions, consider using a different InfoCube that is designed to handle time-based data, such as a standard sales or financial InfoCube.
  Modify Query: If you are using a BEx query, modify the query to avoid using time characteristics as filters. You can use other characteristics that are relevant to your analysis.
  Consult Documentation: Review SAP documentation or consult with your SAP BW administrator to understand the specific design and restrictions of the InfoCube you are working with.
  
  Related Information:
  
  InfoCube Types: Understand the different types of InfoCubes in SAP BW, such as transactional, master data, and inventory InfoCubes, and their intended use cases.
  SAP BW Query Designer: Familiarize yourself with the SAP BW Query Designer tool, which allows you to create and modify queries while adhering to the restrictions of the underlying InfoCubes.
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes or Knowledge Base Articles that may provide additional insights or updates regarding this error message.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the DBMAN244 error and successfully work with your inventory InfoCubes in SAP BW.