How To Fix REEXPM001 - No characteristic found: &1

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: REEXPM - Message Texts for Interface to PM

• Message number: 001

• Message text: No characteristic found: &1

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message REEXPM001 - No characteristic found: &1 ?

  The SAP error message REEXPM001 ("No characteristic found: &1") typically occurs in the context of SAP's reporting and analysis tools, particularly when dealing with characteristics in the context of reporting or data extraction. This error indicates that the system is unable to find a specific characteristic that is expected in the data model or report.
  Cause:
  
  Missing Characteristic: The characteristic specified in the error message (&1) does not exist in the data source or the InfoObject.
  Incorrect Configuration: The characteristic may not be properly configured in the data model or may not be activated.
  Data Source Issues: The data source from which the report is pulling data may not include the characteristic due to changes in the data structure.
  Authorization Issues: The user may not have the necessary authorizations to access the characteristic.
  Transport Issues: If the characteristic was recently transported from another system, it may not have been properly activated or may be missing in the target system.
  
  Solution:
  
  Check Characteristic Existence: Verify that the characteristic specified in the error message exists in the relevant InfoObject or data model. You can do this by navigating to the relevant transaction (e.g., RSA1 for Data Warehousing).
  Activate the Characteristic: If the characteristic exists but is not activated, activate it in the relevant InfoObject settings.
  Review Data Source: Ensure that the data source being used for the report includes the characteristic. If it has been removed or changed, you may need to update the data source or the report.
  Check Authorizations: Ensure that the user has the necessary authorizations to access the characteristic. This can be checked in the user roles and authorizations.
  Transport Check: If the characteristic was recently transported, check the transport logs to ensure that it was successfully transported and activated in the target system.
  Rebuild or Refresh: In some cases, rebuilding or refreshing the data model or report may resolve the issue.
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as RSA1 (Data Warehousing Workbench), SE11 (Data Dictionary), and SE80 (Object Navigator) for checking InfoObjects and data sources.
  SAP Notes: Check SAP Notes for any known issues or patches related to this error message.
  Documentation: Review SAP documentation related to the specific module you are working with (e.g., SAP BW, SAP S/4HANA) for more context on characteristics and reporting.
  
  If the issue persists after trying the above solutions, it may be beneficial to consult with your SAP Basis or BW team for further investigation.