How To Fix R7B389 - Characteristic &1: OLAP cache mode set to &2 (was &3)

R7B389 - Overview

• Message type: E = Error

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

• Message number: 389

• Message text: Characteristic &1: OLAP cache mode set to &2 (was &3)

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message R7B389 - Characteristic &1: OLAP cache mode set to &2 (was &3) ?

  The SAP error message R7B389 typically relates to issues with the OLAP (Online Analytical Processing) cache settings in SAP BW (Business Warehouse). This message indicates that the OLAP cache mode for a specific characteristic has been changed, which can affect the performance and behavior of queries.
  
  Cause:
  The error message R7B389 is triggered when there is a discrepancy in the OLAP cache mode for a characteristic. The message provides the following information:
  
  &1: The name of the characteristic that is affected.
  &2: The new OLAP cache mode that has been set.
  &3: The previous OLAP cache mode that was in effect.
  
  This situation can arise due to various reasons, such as:
  
  Manual changes made to the OLAP cache settings.
  Changes in the data model or characteristics that require a different cache mode.
  System upgrades or changes in configuration that affect OLAP settings.
  
  
  Solution:
  To resolve the R7B389 error, you can take the following steps:
  
  
  Check OLAP Cache Settings:
  
  Go to the SAP BW