How To Fix R!039 - Data type does not allow the InfoObject unit

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: R! -

• Message number: 039

• Message text: Data type does not allow the InfoObject unit

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message R!039 - Data type does not allow the InfoObject unit ?

  The SAP error message R!039, which states "Data type does not allow the InfoObject unit," typically occurs in the context of SAP BW (Business Warehouse) or SAP BI (Business Intelligence) when there is an issue with the data type of an InfoObject that is expected to handle units but is not configured to do so.
  Cause:
  
  Data Type Mismatch: The InfoObject is defined with a data type that does not support units. For example, if an InfoObject is defined as a character type (CHAR) or a numeric type (NUM) that does not allow for unit association, this error can occur.
  Unit Assignment: The InfoObject may be set up to expect a unit of measure (UoM), but the underlying data type does not support this feature.
  Incorrect Configuration: The InfoObject might be incorrectly configured in the InfoObject catalog or during the data modeling phase.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check InfoObject Definition: Review the definition of the InfoObject in the SAP BW system. Ensure that the data type is appropriate for the data being stored, especially if it is supposed to handle units.
  
  If the InfoObject is meant to store values with units, it should be defined as a data type that supports units (e.g., a numeric type with unit support).
  
  
  
  Modify Data Type: If the InfoObject is incorrectly defined, you may need to change its data type to one that allows for unit association. This can be done in the InfoObject maintenance transaction (e.g., RSA1).
  
  Note that changing the data type of an InfoObject may have implications for existing data and reports, so it should be done with caution.
  
  
  
  Check Data Source: Ensure that the data source feeding into the InfoObject is providing data in the correct format and that it aligns with the InfoObject's configuration.
  
  
  Re-activate InfoObject: After making changes to the InfoObject, you may need to re-activate it and possibly the associated data model or InfoProvider.
  
  
  Consult Documentation: Refer to SAP documentation or help resources for specific guidance on configuring InfoObjects and handling units of measure.
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that might address this specific error or provide additional troubleshooting steps.
  SAP Community: Engage with the SAP Community forums to see if other users have encountered similar issues and what solutions they have found.
  Testing: After making changes, perform thorough testing to ensure that the InfoObject behaves as expected and that the error does not recur.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the R!039 error and ensure that your InfoObject is correctly configured to handle units of measure.