How To Fix R7208 - Transfer routine can only be maintained with the referencing char. &2

R7208 - Overview

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: R7 - BW: Data basis

• Message number: 208

• Message text: Transfer routine can only be maintained with the referencing char. &2

What causes this issue?

Characteristic &V1& references characteristic &V2& and thus also its
transfer routine.

System Response

The transfer routine can only be maintained by 'original
characteristic' &V2&.

How to fix this error?

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message R7208 - Transfer routine can only be maintained with the referencing char. &2 ?

  The SAP error message R7208, which states "Transfer routine can only be maintained with the referencing char. &2," typically occurs in the context of data transfer routines in SAP BW (Business Warehouse) or SAP ERP systems. This error indicates that there is an issue with the configuration of a transfer routine, specifically related to the characteristics being referenced.
  
  Cause:
  The error is usually caused by one of the following reasons:
  
  Missing Reference Characteristic: The transfer routine you are trying to maintain is referencing a characteristic that is not properly defined or is missing in the context of the data transfer.
  Incorrect Configuration: The transfer routine may be incorrectly configured, leading to a situation where it cannot be maintained without the necessary reference characteristic.
  Data Source Issues: The data source from which you are trying to transfer data may not have the required characteristics defined.
  
  
  Solution:
  To resolve the R7208 error, you can follow these steps:
  
  
  Check the Transfer