How To Fix J5213 - Cannot find a correct field catalog entry for characteristic &

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: J5 - External Data Transfer

• Message number: 213

• Message text: Cannot find a correct field catalog entry for characteristic &

What causes this issue?

The specified characteristic was not found in the field catalog or the
field catalog entry does not correspond to the use of the
characteristic. The field catalog may be inconsistent.

System Response

The analysis structure cannot be used.

How to fix this error?

Check the definition of the characteristic. If appropriate, save the
characteristic again.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message J5213 - Cannot find a correct field catalog entry for characteristic & ?

  The SAP error message J5213, which states "Cannot find a correct field catalog entry for characteristic &," typically occurs in the context of reporting or analysis where a characteristic is expected to be present in the field catalog but is not found. This can happen in various SAP modules, particularly in SAP BW (Business Warehouse) or when dealing with reporting tools like SAP Query or SAP Analysis for Office.
  Cause:
  
  Missing Field Catalog Entry: The characteristic specified in the error message is not defined in the field catalog. This could be due to a configuration issue or a missing entry in the data model.
  Incorrect Characteristic Name: The characteristic name may be misspelled or incorrectly referenced in the report or query.
  Data Source Issues: The data source being used may not include the characteristic, or it may not be activated in the InfoProvider.
  Authorization Issues: The user may not have the necessary authorizations to access the characteristic or the associated data.
  Transport Issues: If the system has recently undergone a transport, the field catalog may not have been updated correctly.
  
  Solution:
  
  Check Field Catalog: Verify that the characteristic is correctly defined in the field catalog. You can do this by checking the relevant InfoObject or InfoProvider in the SAP BW system.
  Correct Characteristic Name: Ensure that the characteristic name used in the report or query is spelled correctly and matches the definition in the field catalog.
  Review Data Source: Check the data source to ensure that it includes the characteristic. If necessary, update or re-activate the data source.
  Authorization Check: Ensure that the user has the necessary authorizations to access the characteristic and the data associated with it.
  Transport Validation: If the issue arose after a transport, validate that all necessary objects were transported correctly and that the field catalog is up to date.
  Rebuild or Refresh: In some cases, rebuilding the query or refreshing the data model may resolve the issue.
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: You may need to use transaction codes like RSA1 (Data Warehousing Workbench) to check InfoObjects and InfoProviders.
  SAP Notes: Check SAP Notes for any known issues or patches related to this error message.
  Documentation: Refer to SAP documentation for detailed information on field catalogs and characteristics in the context of your specific SAP module.
  
  If the problem persists after trying the above solutions, it may be beneficial to consult with your SAP Basis or BW team for further investigation.