How To Fix /EACC/DMM049 - Characteristic &1 in the view is not contained in the metadata

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: /EACC/DMM -

• Message number: 049

• Message text: Characteristic &1 in the view is not contained in the metadata

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message /EACC/DMM049 - Characteristic &1 in the view is not contained in the metadata ?

  The SAP error message /EACC/DMM049 Characteristic &1 in the view is not contained in the metadata typically occurs in the context of SAP Analytics Cloud (SAC) or SAP BW (Business Warehouse) when there is a mismatch between the characteristics defined in a view and those available in the underlying metadata.
  Cause:
  
  Metadata Mismatch: The characteristic referenced in the error message is not present in the metadata of the data source. This can happen if the data source has been changed or updated, and the view has not been refreshed or updated accordingly.
  Data Source Changes: If the underlying data source (like an InfoProvider or a query) has been modified (e.g., characteristics added or removed), the view may still reference the old characteristics.
  Transport Issues: If the view was transported from one system to another, the metadata in the target system may not match the source system.
  Authorization Issues: Sometimes, the user may not have the necessary authorizations to access certain characteristics, leading to this error.
  
  Solution:
  
  Refresh Metadata: Go to the relevant data source and refresh the metadata. This can often be done in the SAP BW system by using the "Manage" option in the data source or by reactivating the InfoObject.
  Check View Definition: Review the view definition to ensure that all characteristics referenced are valid and exist in the metadata. Remove or update any references to characteristics that are no longer valid.
  Recreate the View: If the view is significantly out of sync with the metadata, consider recreating the view to ensure it aligns with the current data model.
  Check Transport Logs: If the issue arose after a transport, check the transport logs to ensure that all necessary objects were transported correctly.
  Authorization Check: Verify that the user has the necessary authorizations to access the characteristics in question.
  
  Related Information:
  
  SAP Notes: Check SAP Notes related to this error message for any specific patches or updates that may address the issue.
  Documentation: Review the SAP documentation for the specific version of SAP BW or SAC you are using, as there may be version-specific considerations.
  Community Forums: Engage with SAP community forums or support channels for additional insights or similar cases encountered by other users.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the error and ensure that your views are correctly aligned with the underlying metadata.