How To Fix G00857 - The fixed value in BCat ind. will be selected for independent char. &2

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: G00 - SAP Consolidation

• Message number: 857

• Message text: The fixed value in BCat ind. will be selected for independent char. &2

What causes this issue?

You want to set the indicator <ZH>Fixed value in the breakdown category
</> for the characteristic <ZH>&V1&</>. Characteristic <ZH>&V1&</> is
dependent on characteristic <ZH>&V2&</>. Therefore, for the
characteristic <ZH>&V2&</> the indicator <ZH>Fixed value in the </><ZH>
breakdown category</> must also be set.

System Response

For the independent characteristic <ZH>&V2&</> the indicator <ZH>Fixed
value in the </><ZH> breakdown category</> is set.

How to fix this error?

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

Procedure for System Administrators

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message G00857 - The fixed value in BCat ind. will be selected for independent char. &2 ?

  The SAP error message G00857 indicates that there is an issue related to the fixed value in the characteristic indicator for an independent characteristic in a Business Context (BCat). This error typically arises in the context of SAP BW (Business Warehouse) or SAP HANA when dealing with characteristics and their values in InfoObjects or data modeling.
  Cause:
  The error message G00857 usually occurs due to one of the following reasons:
  
  Incorrect Configuration: The characteristic is not properly configured to allow for the selection of independent characteristics.
  Data Inconsistency: There may be inconsistencies in the data model or the way the characteristics are defined.
  Fixed Value Assignment: The system is trying to assign a fixed value to a characteristic that is not allowed or is not set up correctly.
  Missing Authorizations: The user may not have the necessary authorizations to access or modify the characteristics.
  
  Solution:
  To resolve the G00857 error, you can take the following steps:
  
  
  Check Characteristic Configuration:
  
  Go to the SAP BW modeling tools and check the configuration of the characteristic that is causing the error.
  Ensure that the characteristic is set up correctly and that it allows for independent values.
  
  
  
  Review Data Model:
  
  Review the data model to ensure that all characteristics and their relationships are correctly defined.
  Look for any inconsistencies or errors in the InfoObjects or data sources.
  
  
  
  Adjust Fixed Value Settings:
  
  If the characteristic is supposed to have a fixed value, ensure that the fixed value is correctly assigned and that it is valid for the context in which it is being used.
  
  
  
  Check Authorizations:
  
  Verify that the user has the necessary authorizations to access and modify the characteristics in question.
  If needed, consult with your SAP security team to ensure proper access rights.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Refer to SAP documentation or help resources for more detailed information on the specific characteristics and their configurations.
  
  
  
  Testing:
  
  After making changes, test the configuration to ensure that the error no longer occurs.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  SAP Notes: Check SAP Notes for any known issues or patches related to this error message.
  SAP Community: Engage with the SAP Community forums to see if other users have encountered similar issues and what solutions they found effective.
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as RSA1 (Data Warehousing Workbench) for BW modeling and maintenance.
  
  If the issue persists after following these steps, it may be beneficial to consult with an SAP expert or your organization's SAP support team for further assistance.