How To Fix R7124 - InfoObject &1: Enter valid data type ( CHAR,NUMC,DATS,TIMS)

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: R7 - BW: Data basis

• Message number: 124

• Message text: InfoObject &1: Enter valid data type ( CHAR,NUMC,DATS,TIMS)

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message R7124 - InfoObject &1: Enter valid data type ( CHAR,NUMC,DATS,TIMS) ?

  The SAP error message R7124 indicates that there is an issue with the data type of an InfoObject in your SAP system. Specifically, it suggests that the data type entered for the InfoObject is not valid. The valid data types mentioned in the error message are:
  
  CHAR: Character type, used for alphanumeric data.
  NUMC: Numeric character type, used for numeric data that should be treated as text.
  DATS: Date type, used for date values.
  TIMS: Time type, used for time values.
  
  Cause
  The error typically occurs when:
  
  An invalid data type is specified for an InfoObject during its creation or modification.
  There is a mismatch between the expected data type and the actual data type being used in the data model.
  The InfoObject is being used in a context where the data type is not compatible with the operations being performed.
  
  Solution
  To resolve the error, follow these steps:
  
  
  Check the InfoObject Definition:
  
  Go to the InfoObject definition in the SAP BW/BI system.
  Verify the data type assigned to the InfoObject. Ensure it is one of the valid types: CHAR, NUMC, DATS, or TIMS.
  
  
  
  Modify the Data Type:
  
  If the data type is incorrect, modify it to one of the valid types. This can usually be done in the InfoObject maintenance transaction (e.g., RSA1 for InfoObjects).
  
  
  
  Review Data Source and Transformations:
  
  If the InfoObject is part of a data source or transformation, ensure that the data types in the source system match the expected data types in the InfoObject.
  Adjust any transformations or data flows that may be causing the mismatch.
  
  
  
  Check for Dependencies:
  
  If the InfoObject is used in queries, reports, or other objects, ensure that those objects are also compatible with the data type of the InfoObject.
  
  
  
  Test the Changes:
  
  After making the necessary changes, test the InfoObject to ensure that it works correctly without generating the error.
  
  
  
  Related Information
  
  Transaction Codes: Use transaction codes like RSA1 (Data Warehousing Workbench) to access InfoObject definitions and make changes.
  Documentation: Refer to SAP documentation for detailed information on InfoObjects and data types.
  SAP Notes: Check SAP Notes for any known issues or additional guidance related to this error message.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the R7124 error and ensure that your InfoObject is correctly defined with a valid data type.