How To Fix FINB_DYN_SEL002 - Characteristic value &1 does not exist

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: FINB_DYN_SEL -

• Message number: 002

• Message text: Characteristic value &1 does not exist

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message FINB_DYN_SEL002 - Characteristic value &1 does not exist ?

  The SAP error message FINB_DYN_SEL002 indicates that a characteristic value specified in a selection or filter does not exist in the system. This error typically occurs in the context of reporting or data selection, particularly when working with characteristics in SAP BW (Business Warehouse) or SAP BI (Business Intelligence).
  Cause:
  
  Non-existent Characteristic Value: The characteristic value you are trying to use in your selection does not exist in the master data or the InfoObject.
  Typographical Error: There may be a typo in the characteristic value you are trying to enter.
  Data Not Loaded: The data for the characteristic may not have been loaded into the system yet, or the data load process may have failed.
  Incorrect InfoObject: The characteristic value may belong to a different InfoObject than the one you are querying.
  Authorization Issues: The user may not have the necessary authorizations to view the characteristic values.
  
  Solution:
  
  Verify Characteristic Value: Check the characteristic value you are using in your selection. Ensure that it is spelled correctly and exists in the master data.
  Check Master Data: Go to the relevant InfoObject and check if the characteristic value is present in the master data. You can do this using transaction code RSD1 (for InfoObjects) or RSA1 (for Data Warehousing Workbench).
  Data Load: If the characteristic value is missing, ensure that the data load process has been executed successfully. You can check the status of data loads in the Data Warehousing Workbench.
  Use Correct InfoObject: Make sure you are querying the correct InfoObject that contains the characteristic value.
  Authorization Check: Ensure that the user has the necessary authorizations to access the characteristic values. You may need to consult with your SAP security team.
  Check for Data Updates: If the characteristic values are updated frequently, ensure that you are working with the most recent data.
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: 
  
  RSD1: InfoObject maintenance
  RSA1: Data Warehousing Workbench
  SE11: Data Dictionary (to check table contents)
  
  
  SAP Notes: Check SAP Notes for any known issues or patches related to this error message.
  Documentation: Review SAP documentation for characteristics and InfoObjects to understand how they are structured and managed.
  
  If the issue persists after following these steps, consider reaching out to your SAP support team for further assistance.