How To Fix OL583 - Default attribute '&' is not defined

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: OL - Workflow object types: Run-time system

• Message number: 583

• Message text: Default attribute '&' is not defined

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message OL583 - Default attribute '&' is not defined ?

  The SAP error message OL583, which states "Default attribute '&' is not defined," typically occurs in the context of SAP BW (Business Warehouse) or SAP HANA when there is an issue with the attributes of a characteristic in a data model or InfoObject. This error indicates that the system is trying to reference a default attribute that has not been defined for the specified characteristic.
  Cause:
  
  Missing Default Attribute: The default attribute that is being referenced in the query or data model does not exist or has not been defined for the characteristic.
  Incorrect Configuration: The characteristic may not be properly configured to include the default attribute.
  Data Model Changes: Changes in the data model or InfoObject definitions may have led to the removal or renaming of the default attribute.
  Transport Issues: If the InfoObject or characteristic was transported from one system to another, the default attribute may not have been included in the transport.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check Characteristic Definition:
  
  Go to the InfoObject maintenance transaction (e.g., RSA1) and check the definition of the characteristic that is causing the error.
  Ensure that the default attribute is defined and correctly configured.
  
  
  
  Define Default Attribute:
  
  If the default attribute is missing, you can define it in the InfoObject maintenance. Navigate to the "Attributes" tab of the InfoObject and add the necessary default attribute.
  
  
  
  Review Queries and Reports:
  
  If the error occurs in a query or report, check the query definition to ensure that it is referencing the correct attributes. Update the query if necessary.
  
  
  
  Transport Check:
  
  If the issue arose after a transport, verify that all necessary objects, including default attributes, were included in the transport request.
  
  
  
  Re-activate InfoObject:
  
  Sometimes, re-activating the InfoObject can resolve inconsistencies. You can do this in the InfoObject maintenance transaction.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Review SAP documentation or notes related to the specific version of SAP BW or HANA you are using for any known issues or additional troubleshooting steps.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  SAP Notes: Check SAP Notes for any specific fixes 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.
  System Logs: Review system logs for additional error messages or warnings that may provide more context about the issue.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify and resolve the cause of the OL583 error in your SAP environment.