How To Fix R7628 - &1 does not exist as a master data read class for characteristic &2

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: R7 - BW: Data basis

• Message number: 628

• Message text: &1 does not exist as a master data read class for characteristic &2

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message R7628 - &1 does not exist as a master data read class for characteristic &2 ?

  The SAP error message R7628 indicates that there is an issue with the master data for a characteristic in the context of SAP BW (Business Warehouse) or SAP BI (Business Intelligence). Specifically, the error message states that a certain master data read class does not exist for a given characteristic. This typically occurs when the system is trying to access master data that has not been properly defined or is missing.
  Cause:
  
  Missing Master Data: The master data for the specified characteristic has not been created or is not available in the system.
  Incorrect Configuration: The characteristic may not be correctly configured in the InfoObject settings, leading to the system being unable to find the associated master data.
  Transport Issues: If the InfoObject was transported from one system to another (e.g., from development to production), there may have been issues during the transport process that resulted in missing master data.
  Data Model Changes: Changes in the data model or InfoObjects may have led to inconsistencies, causing the system to look for master data that no longer exists.
  
  Solution:
  
  Check Master Data: Verify that the master data for the characteristic exists in the system. You can do this by navigating to the relevant InfoObject and checking the master data records.
  Recreate Master Data: If the master data is missing, you may need to recreate it. This can be done through the relevant transaction codes (e.g., RSD1 for InfoObjects).
  Review InfoObject Settings: Ensure that the InfoObject is correctly configured. Check the settings for the characteristic in the InfoObject maintenance screen.
  Transport Check: If the issue arose after a transport, check the transport logs to ensure that all necessary objects were transported correctly. You may need to re-transport the missing objects.
  Data Load: If the master data is supposed to be loaded from a source system, ensure that the data load process is functioning correctly and that the data is being loaded as expected.
  Check for Authorizations: Ensure that the user has the necessary authorizations to access the master data.
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: 
  
  RSD1: InfoObject maintenance
  RSA1: Data Warehousing Workbench
  
  
  Documentation: Refer to SAP Help documentation for detailed information on InfoObjects and master data management.
  SAP Notes: Check SAP Notes for any known issues or patches related to this error message.
  Community Forums: SAP Community forums can be a valuable resource for troubleshooting and finding solutions from other users who may have encountered similar issues.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the root cause of the R7628 error and implement the necessary solutions to resolve it.