How To Fix R7640 - Error while generating column view. Char. &1 will be deactivated

R7640 - Overview

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: R7 - BW: Data basis

• Message number: 640

• Message text: Error while generating column view. Char. &1 will be deactivated

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message R7640 - Error while generating column view. Char. &1 will be deactivated ?

  The SAP error message R7640 indicates that there is an issue with generating a column view for a characteristic in a data model, and as a result, the characteristic will be deactivated. This error typically occurs in the context of SAP BW (Business Warehouse) or SAP HANA when working with data models, InfoObjects, or CompositeProviders.
  
  Cause:
  The error can be caused by several factors, including:
  
  
  Inconsistent Data Model: The characteristic may have inconsistencies or issues in its definition or data type that prevent the system from generating the column view.
  
  
  Missing Attributes: If the characteristic relies on certain attributes that are not defined or are missing, it can lead to this error.
  
  
  Data Type Mismatch: There may be a mismatch between the expected data type of the characteristic and the actual data type in the underlying database.
  
  
  Technical Settings: The technical settings of the characteristic may not be compatible with the requirements for generating a column