How To Fix R7B269 - The ABAP class name for characteristics with remote master data set

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

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

• Message number: 269

• Message text: The ABAP class name for characteristics with remote master data set

The system issues an error message and will not allow you to continue with this transaction until the error is resolved.

What causes this issue?

Characteristics with master data that is being read using a DataSource
from an assigned source system have their own, special master data read
class.
This ABAP class is defined in metadata tables for BW InfoObjects.

System Response

How to fix this error?

Procedure for System Administrators

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Smart SAP Assistant

• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message R7B269 - The ABAP class name for characteristics with remote master data set ?

  The SAP error message R7B269 typically indicates an issue related to the configuration of characteristics in the context of remote master data sets in SAP BW (Business Warehouse) or SAP HANA. This error often arises when there is a mismatch or misconfiguration in the ABAP class name associated with characteristics that are expected to be used in remote master data.
  Cause:
  
  Missing or Incorrect ABAP Class: The ABAP class that is supposed to handle the characteristics is either missing, incorrectly named, or not properly defined in the system.
  Configuration Issues: There may be issues in the configuration of the InfoObject or the characteristics in the BW system, particularly in how they are linked to remote master data.
  Transport Issues: If the system has recently undergone a transport, the necessary classes or configurations may not have been transported correctly.
  Authorization Issues: Sometimes, the user may not have the necessary authorizations to access the ABAP class or the characteristics.
  
  Solution:
  
  Check ABAP Class: Verify that the ABAP class associated with the characteristic exists in the system. You can do this by using transaction SE24 (Class Builder) to check if the class is defined and active.
  Review Configuration: Go to the InfoObject maintenance (transaction RSD1) and check the settings for the characteristic. Ensure that the remote master data settings are correctly configured.
  Transport Check: If the issue arose after a transport, check the transport logs to ensure that all necessary objects were transported correctly. You may need to re-transport the missing objects.
  Authorization Check: Ensure that the user has the necessary authorizations to access the ABAP class and the related characteristics. You can check this using transaction SU53 to see if there are any authorization issues.
  Debugging: If the issue persists, consider debugging the process to identify where the error is occurring. You can set breakpoints in the relevant ABAP code to trace the execution flow.
  
  Related Information:
  
  SAP Notes: Check the SAP Support Portal for any relevant SAP Notes that may address this specific error message. There may be patches or updates that resolve known issues.
  Documentation: Review the SAP BW documentation for information on configuring remote master data and characteristics.
  Community Forums: Consider searching or posting in SAP community forums or SAP Community Network (SCN) for insights from other users who may have encountered similar issues.
  
  If the problem continues after trying the above solutions, it may be beneficial to reach out to SAP support for further assistance.