How To Fix J5137 - Assignments of the characteristics to the analysis structure were deleted

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: J5 - External Data Transfer

• Message number: 137

• Message text: Assignments of the characteristics to the analysis structure were deleted

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message J5137 - Assignments of the characteristics to the analysis structure were deleted ?

  The SAP error message J5137, which states "Assignments of the characteristics to the analysis structure were deleted," typically occurs in the context of SAP BW (Business Warehouse) or SAP BI (Business Intelligence) when there are issues related to the assignment of characteristics in an analysis structure.
  Cause:
  
  Manual Deletion: The characteristics may have been manually deleted from the analysis structure, either by a user or through a transport request.
  Changes in InfoObjects: If there were changes made to the InfoObjects (like characteristics or key figures) that are part of the analysis structure, it could lead to this error.
  Transport Issues: If the analysis structure was transported from one system to another, and the characteristics were not included in the transport, it could lead to this error.
  Inconsistent Data Model: Changes in the underlying data model or InfoProvider that affect the analysis structure can also cause this error.
  
  Solution:
  
  Reassign Characteristics: Go to the analysis structure in the SAP BW/BI system and reassign the necessary characteristics that were deleted. This can be done in the relevant transaction (like RSA1 for Data Warehousing Workbench).
  Check Transport Requests: If the issue arose after a transport, check the transport requests to ensure that all necessary objects were included and transported correctly.
  Review Changes: If there were recent changes to InfoObjects or the data model, review those changes to ensure they are consistent and do not conflict with the analysis structure.
  Restore from Backup: If the characteristics were deleted accidentally, and you have a backup of the analysis structure, consider restoring it from the backup.
  Consult Documentation: Review SAP documentation or notes related to the specific version of SAP you are using for any known issues or additional troubleshooting steps.
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as RSA1 (Data Warehousing Workbench) and RSD1 (InfoObject Maintenance) for managing InfoObjects and analysis structures.
  SAP Notes: Check SAP Notes for any updates or patches that may address this specific error message.
  User Authorizations: Ensure that the user has the necessary authorizations to modify the analysis structure and characteristics.
  System Logs: Review system logs for any additional error messages or warnings that may provide more context about the issue.
  
  If the problem persists after trying the above solutions, it may be beneficial to consult with your SAP Basis or BW/BI team for further assistance.