How To Fix R7047 - Characteristic &1: Time-dependent &2 '&3' not buffered

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: R7 - BW: Data basis

• Message number: 047

• Message text: Characteristic &1: Time-dependent &2 '&3' not buffered

What causes this issue?

&V2& '&V3&' for characteristic &V1& is time-dependent. The buffering of
individual records is pointless because nothing is ever read with the
complete specified key.

System Response

The table '&V3&' will be created as non-buffered.

How to fix this error?

If the table '&V3&' is probably only going to contain a small amount of
data (about 50KB), you should mark the table as <ZK>fully buffered</>
to improve query performance.
To do this, double-click on table '&V3&' and branch to the data
dictionary. Then select 'Goto --> Techncal Settings' and change the
buffering to 'Buffering On' and the buffering type to 'fully buffered'.
Further information: <DS:DE.BUFFKIND>Buffering type</>

The system issues an error message and will not allow you to continue with this transaction until the error is resolved.

Procedure for System Administrators

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message R7047 - Characteristic &1: Time-dependent &2 '&3' not buffered ?

  The SAP error message R7047 indicates that a time-dependent characteristic is not buffered, which can lead to performance issues or incorrect data retrieval in certain scenarios. Here’s a breakdown of the cause, potential solutions, and related information for this error:
  Cause:
  
  Time-Dependent Characteristics: The error arises when a characteristic in a data model (like InfoObject in SAP BW) is defined as time-dependent, but the system is unable to buffer the data for that characteristic. This can happen due to various reasons, such as:
  
  The characteristic is not set up for buffering in the InfoObject settings.
  The data model or InfoProvider does not support buffering for that characteristic.
  The characteristic is being used in a way that requires real-time data retrieval, which bypasses buffering.
  
  
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check Buffering Settings:
  
  Go to the InfoObject definition in the SAP BW system.
  Check the settings for the characteristic in question. Ensure that the buffering option is enabled if applicable.
  
  
  
  Adjust Data Model:
  
  If the characteristic is part of a composite or multi-dimensional model, review the design to ensure that it supports buffering.
  Consider whether the characteristic needs to be time-dependent. If not, you may change its definition.
  
  
  
  Review Queries and Reports:
  
  If the error occurs during the execution of a query or report, review the query design. Ensure that the characteristic is used correctly and that the query is optimized for performance.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Refer to SAP documentation for specific guidelines on buffering characteristics and time-dependent data handling.
  
  
  
  Performance Considerations:
  
  If buffering is not feasible due to the nature of the data, consider optimizing the data retrieval process or using aggregate tables to improve performance.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  SAP Notes: Check SAP Notes for any known issues or patches related to this error message. SAP frequently updates its knowledge base with solutions for common problems.
  SAP Community: Engage with the SAP Community forums to see if other users have encountered similar issues and what solutions they have found.
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as RSA1 (Data Warehousing Workbench) for managing InfoObjects and InfoProviders.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to address the R7047 error and ensure that your SAP BW system handles time-dependent characteristics appropriately.