How To Fix R7B021 - Indicator &1 in dimension name &2 does not comply with type &3

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: R7B - BW Metadata (InfoCube, InfoObject, InfoObject catalog)

• Message number: 021

• Message text: Indicator &1 in dimension name &2 does not comply with type &3

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message R7B021 - Indicator &1 in dimension name &2 does not comply with type &3 ?

  The SAP error message R7B021 indicates that there is a mismatch between the data type of an indicator in a dimension and the expected type defined in the system. This error typically occurs in the context of SAP BW (Business Warehouse) or SAP HANA when working with data models, InfoObjects, or dimensions.
  Cause:
  The error message "Indicator &1 in dimension name &2 does not comply with type &3" suggests that:
  
  Indicator &1: Refers to a specific indicator (e.g., a characteristic or attribute) that is being used in the dimension.
  Dimension name &2: Refers to the name of the dimension where the indicator is defined.
  Type &3: Refers to the expected data type for that indicator (e.g., CHAR, NUMC, DATS, etc.).
  
  The mismatch can occur due to:
  
  Data Type Mismatch: The indicator is defined with a different data type than what is expected in the dimension.
  Incorrect Configuration: The configuration of the InfoObject or dimension may not align with the data model requirements.
  Data Loading Issues: If data is being loaded into the dimension, the incoming data may not match the expected format or type.
  
  Solution:
  To resolve the error, you can take the following steps:
  
  
  Check the Data Type:
  
  Go to the InfoObject definition for the indicator (characteristic) and verify its data type.
  Compare it with the expected data type in the dimension definition.
  
  
  
  Adjust the Dimension:
  
  If the data type of the indicator is correct, check the dimension definition and ensure that it is set up to accept the data type of the indicator.
  If necessary, modify the dimension to align with the indicator's data type.
  
  
  
  Review Data Loading:
  
  If the error occurs during data loading, check the source data to ensure that it matches the expected format and type.
  Validate the transformation rules and ensure that they are correctly mapping the data types.
  
  
  
  Re-activate Objects:
  
  After making changes, you may need to re-activate the InfoObject and the dimension to ensure that the changes take effect.
  
  
  
  Check for Dependencies:
  
  Ensure that there are no other dependent objects or settings that might be causing the conflict.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  SAP Notes: Check SAP Notes for any known issues or patches related to this error message.
  Documentation: Refer to SAP BW or HANA documentation for guidelines on defining InfoObjects and dimensions.
  Transaction Codes: Use transaction codes like RSA1 (Data Warehousing Workbench) to navigate and manage InfoObjects and dimensions.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify and resolve the cause of the R7B021 error message in your SAP environment.