How To Fix R7B627 - Characteristic &1: Cannot set characteristic constant; see long text

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

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

• Message number: 627

• Message text: Characteristic &1: Cannot set characteristic constant; see long text

What causes this issue?

You can only set a constant for characteristic&V1& if all the compounded
characteristics have a constant.

System Response

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

How to fix this error?

To set a constant for characteristic&V1& , you must also set all
compounded characteristics to constant.

Procedure for System Administrators

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Smart SAP Assistant

• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message R7B627 - Characteristic &1: Cannot set characteristic constant; see long text ?

  The SAP error message R7B627 indicates that there is an issue with setting a characteristic constant in the context of SAP's Business Warehouse (BW) or other related modules. This error typically arises when there is a problem with the configuration of characteristics in a data model or when certain conditions are not met.
  Cause:
  
  Invalid Characteristic Configuration: The characteristic you are trying to set may not be properly configured in the InfoObject or may not exist in the context you are working with.
  Data Model Issues: There may be inconsistencies or errors in the data model that prevent the characteristic from being set.
  Missing Authorizations: The user may not have the necessary authorizations to modify or set the characteristic.
  Incorrect Data Types: The data type of the characteristic may not match the expected type for the operation being performed.
  Incompatible Settings: The characteristic may have settings that are incompatible with the operation you are trying to perform.
  
  Solution:
  
  Check Characteristic Configuration: Verify that the characteristic is correctly defined in the InfoObject. Ensure that it is active and properly configured.
  Review Data Model: Check the data model for any inconsistencies or errors. Make sure that all necessary objects are correctly linked and configured.
  User Authorizations: Ensure that the user has the necessary authorizations to perform the operation. You may need to consult with your SAP security team.
  Data Type Verification: Confirm that the data type of the characteristic matches the expected type for the operation. If there is a mismatch, you may need to adjust the data type or the operation.
  Consult Long Text: The error message suggests checking the long text for more details. This can provide specific guidance on what might be wrong or what additional steps are needed.
  
  Related Information:
  
  SAP Notes: Check SAP Notes for any known issues or patches related to this error message. SAP frequently updates its knowledge base with solutions to common problems.
  Transaction Codes: Use transaction codes like RSA1 (Data Warehousing Workbench) to review and manage InfoObjects and data models.
  Documentation: Refer to SAP documentation for detailed information on characteristics, InfoObjects, and data modeling in BW.
  Community Forums: Consider searching or posting in SAP community forums for additional insights from other users who may have encountered the same issue.
  
  If the problem persists after checking these areas, it may be beneficial to engage with SAP support for further assistance.