How To Fix R7574 - Characteristic &1, version &2: convers. routine set to &3 -> activate

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: R7 - BW: Data basis

• Message number: 574

• Message text: Characteristic &1, version &2: convers. routine set to &3 -> activate

What causes this issue?

Characteristic &V1& (version &V2&) has the incorrect conversion routine
&V4&.

System Response

The conversion routine was set from &V4& to &V3&. Activate
characteristic &V1&.

How to fix this error?

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 R7574 - Characteristic &1, version &2: convers. routine set to &3 -> activate ?

  The SAP error message R7574 typically indicates an issue related to the conversion routine for a characteristic in a data model, such as in the context of SAP BW (Business Warehouse) or SAP HANA. This error suggests that the conversion routine for a specific characteristic is not activated, which can prevent data from being processed correctly.
  Cause:
  
  Inactive Conversion Routine: The conversion routine for the specified characteristic is not activated. This can happen if the routine was recently created or modified and has not been activated yet.
  Missing or Incorrect Configuration: There may be a configuration issue with the characteristic or the associated data model.
  Transport Issues: If the characteristic was transported from another system, the conversion routine may not have been included or activated in the target system.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Activate the Conversion Routine:
  
  Go to the relevant transaction in SAP (e.g., RSA1 for BW).
  Navigate to the characteristic in question.
  Check the conversion routine settings and ensure that it is activated.
  If it is not activated, activate it and save your changes.
  
  
  
  Check for Errors in the Routine:
  
  Review the logic within the conversion routine to ensure there are no errors that could prevent activation.
  Test the routine to confirm it works as expected.
  
  
  
  Re-transport if Necessary:
  
  If the characteristic was transported, ensure that all related objects, including the conversion routine, were included in the transport request.
  If not, you may need to re-transport the characteristic along with its conversion routine.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Review SAP documentation or notes related to the specific error message for additional context or updates that may apply to your version of SAP.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Common transaction codes related to characteristics and conversion routines include RSA1 (Data Warehousing Workbench), RSC1 (Maintain InfoObject), and SE80 (Object Navigator).
  SAP Notes: Check SAP Notes for any known issues or patches related to this error message.
  Debugging: If the issue persists, consider debugging the process to identify where the failure occurs.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the R7574 error and ensure that the conversion routine for the characteristic is properly activated and functioning.