How To Fix R7671 - Partitioning time characteristic is not contained in the Cube

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: R7 - BW: Data basis

• Message number: 671

• Message text: Partitioning time characteristic is not contained in the Cube

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message R7671 - Partitioning time characteristic is not contained in the Cube ?

  The SAP error message R7671, which states "Partitioning time characteristic is not contained in the Cube," typically occurs in the context of SAP BW (Business Warehouse) when there is an issue with the configuration of a data cube and its associated time characteristics.
  Cause:
  
  Missing Time Characteristic: The error indicates that the time characteristic used for partitioning the cube is not included in the cube's structure. This can happen if the time characteristic was removed or not added during the cube's design.
  Incorrect Configuration: The cube may have been configured incorrectly, leading to a mismatch between the time characteristic defined for partitioning and what is actually present in the cube.
  Data Source Issues: If the data source feeding into the cube does not include the necessary time characteristic, it can lead to this error when trying to load data.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check Cube Structure:
  
  Go to the Data Warehousing Workbench (transaction RSA1).
  Navigate to the InfoCube in question and check its structure.
  Ensure that the time characteristic used for partitioning is included in the cube.
  
  
  
  Modify Cube Definition:
  
  If the time characteristic is missing, you may need to modify the cube definition to include it.
  This can be done by editing the InfoCube and adding the necessary time characteristic.
  
  
  
  Review Partitioning Settings:
  
  Check the partitioning settings of the InfoCube to ensure they are correctly configured.
  Make sure that the partitioning is set up based on the correct time characteristic.
  
  
  
  Data Source Validation:
  
  Verify that the data source feeding into the cube contains the required time characteristic.
  If necessary, adjust the data source to include the time characteristic.
  
  
  
  Re-activate the InfoCube:
  
  After making changes, you may need to re-activate the InfoCube to ensure that the changes take effect.
  
  
  
  Check for Transport Issues:
  
  If the cube was transported from another system, ensure that all relevant objects (including the time characteristic) were transported correctly.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Use transaction RSA1 for the Data Warehousing Workbench, and transaction RSD1 to check InfoObjects.
  Documentation: Refer to SAP Help documentation for detailed information on InfoCubes and partitioning.
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that may address specific issues related to this error message.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the R7671 error and ensure that your InfoCube is correctly configured for data loading and reporting.