How To Fix R7B083 - Ref. charact. for except. aggr. has to be a total time characteristic

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

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

• Message number: 083

• Message text: Ref. charact. for except. aggr. has to be a total time characteristic

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message R7B083 - Ref. charact. for except. aggr. has to be a total time characteristic ?

  The SAP error message R7B083 indicates that there is an issue with the configuration of a characteristic used in an exception aggregation in a query. Specifically, it states that the reference characteristic for the exception aggregation must be a total time characteristic. This error typically arises in the context of SAP BW (Business Warehouse) or SAP HANA when working with queries in the BEx Query Designer or similar tools.
  Cause:
  The error occurs when:
  
  You are trying to use a characteristic that is not defined as a total time characteristic for an exception aggregation.
  The characteristic you selected does not meet the requirements for the type of aggregation you are trying to perform.
  
  Solution:
  To resolve this error, you can take the following steps:
  
  
  Check the Characteristic Definition:
  
  Ensure that the characteristic you are using for the exception aggregation is defined as a total time characteristic in the InfoObject settings. You can do this by navigating to the InfoObject in the SAP BW system and checking its properties.
  
  
  
  Change the Characteristic:
  
  If the current characteristic is not a total time characteristic, you may need to select a different characteristic that is defined as such. This may involve modifying your query to use a different reference characteristic.
  
  
  
  Modify the Exception Aggregation:
  
  If you are using a custom exception aggregation, review the logic to ensure it aligns with the requirements for total time characteristics.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Refer to SAP documentation or help resources for more details on how to configure exception aggregations and the requirements for total time characteristics.
  
  
  
  Testing:
  
  After making the necessary changes, test the query again to ensure that the error is resolved.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Total Time Characteristics: These are characteristics that represent time durations and are typically used in scenarios where time-based calculations are necessary (e.g., total hours worked, total time spent on a project).
  Exception Aggregation: This is a feature in SAP BW that allows you to define custom aggregation logic for specific scenarios, which can be useful for handling exceptions or special cases in your data.
  BEx Query Designer: This is the tool used to create and modify queries in SAP BW. Familiarity with this tool is essential for troubleshooting and resolving issues related to queries.
  
  If you continue to experience issues after following these steps, consider reaching out to your SAP support team or consulting with an SAP BW expert for further assistance.