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

R7B021 - Overview

• 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