How To Fix R7736 - Open maintenance screen for dimensions; (definition incomplete)

R7736 - Overview

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: R7 - BW: Data basis

• Message number: 736

• Message text: Open maintenance screen for dimensions; (definition incomplete)

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message R7736 - Open maintenance screen for dimensions; (definition incomplete) ?

  The SAP error message R7736, which states "Open maintenance screen for dimensions; (definition incomplete)," typically occurs in the context of SAP BW (Business Warehouse) or SAP BW/4HANA when there is an issue with the definition of a dimension in a data model or InfoProvider. This error indicates that the system is unable to process the dimension due to incomplete or missing definitions.
  Causes:
  
  Incomplete Dimension Definition: The dimension may not have been fully defined, meaning that some required fields or attributes are missing.
  Transport Issues: If the dimension was transported from another system, it may not have been transported correctly, leading to incomplete definitions.
  Changes Not Activated: If changes were made to the dimension but not activated, the system may not recognize the updates.
  Missing InfoObjects: The dimension may reference InfoObjects that are not defined or are inactive.
  Authorization Issues: Sometimes, the user may not have the necessary authorizations to view or edit the dimension.
  
  Solutions:
  
  
  Check Dimension