How To Fix ICH_BIF091 - Item &1: StartDateTime is missing for a time series


ICH_BIF091 - Overview

  • Message type: E = Error

  • Message class: ICH_BIF - Outbound Message Processing

  • Message number: 091

  • Message text: Item &1: StartDateTime is missing for a time series

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  • What is the cause and solution for SAP error message ICH_BIF091 - Item &1: StartDateTime is missing for a time series ?
    The SAP error message ICH_BIF091 indicates that there is a missing StartDateTime for a time series item in the context of Integrated Business Planning (IBP) or similar applications that handle time series data. This error typically arises when the system expects a time series entry to have a defined starting date and time, but it is not provided.
    
    Cause: Missing Data: The most common cause is that the data for the time series item is incomplete, specifically lacking the StartDateTime.
    Configuration Issues: There may be issues with the configuration of the time series data model or the data source. Data Import Errors: If data is being imported from an external source, the import file may not contain the necessary StartDateTime field. Incorrect Mapping: The mapping of fields during data import or data processing may not be correctly set up, leading to missing values.
    Solution: Check Data Source: Ensure that the data source you are using to populate

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