How To Fix R7B639 - Time characteristic &1 does not exist in version &2

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

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

• Message number: 639

• Message text: Time characteristic &1 does not exist in version &2

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message R7B639 - Time characteristic &1 does not exist in version &2 ?

  The SAP error message R7B639 indicates that there is an issue with a time characteristic in a specific version of a data model or InfoProvider. This error typically arises in the context of SAP BW (Business Warehouse) or SAP BW/4HANA when working with queries, data models, or reporting.
  Cause:
  The error message "Time characteristic &1 does not exist in version &2" suggests that the system is trying to access a time characteristic (like a time dimension or time-related field) that is not defined or available in the specified version of the data model or InfoProvider. This can happen due to several reasons:
  
  Missing Time Characteristic: The time characteristic may not have been defined in the version you are trying to access.
  Version Mismatch: The version specified may not be the correct one that contains the required time characteristic.
  Data Model Changes: Changes in the data model or InfoProvider structure may have led to the removal or renaming of the time characteristic.
  Transport Issues: If the data model was transported from one system to another, the time characteristic may not have been included in the transport.
  
  Solution:
  To resolve the error, you can take the following steps:
  
  
  Check the Time Characteristic: Verify that the time characteristic (indicated by &1) exists in the specified version (indicated by &2). You can do this by navigating to the relevant InfoProvider or data model in the SAP BW system.
  
  
  Review Version Settings: Ensure that you are using the correct version of the data model or InfoProvider. If you are working with a specific version, check if it has been activated and contains the necessary time characteristics.
  
  
  Update Data Model: If the time characteristic is missing, you may need to add it back to the data model or InfoProvider. This may involve modifying the data model in the Data Warehousing Workbench.
  
  
  Check for Changes: If there have been recent changes to the data model, review the change logs or documentation to understand what modifications were made and how they might affect the time characteristic.
  
  
  Transport Check: If the issue arose after a transport, ensure that all necessary objects were included in the transport request and that they were successfully imported into the target system.
  
  
  Consult Documentation: Refer to SAP documentation or notes related to the specific version and time characteristics for additional guidance.
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  SAP Notes: Check SAP Notes for any known issues or patches related to this error message.
  Data Warehousing Workbench: Familiarize yourself with the Data Warehousing Workbench in SAP BW to manage InfoProviders and data models effectively.
  Query Designer: If you are using Query Designer, ensure that the queries are correctly set up to reference the appropriate time characteristics.
  
  If the issue persists after following these steps, consider reaching out to your SAP support team or consulting with an SAP BW expert for further assistance.