How To Fix RMSRCPMIG024 - Characteristic &2 assigned to column &1 no longer exists

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: RMSRCPMIG -

• Message number: 024

• Message text: Characteristic &2 assigned to column &1 no longer exists

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message RMSRCPMIG024 - Characteristic &2 assigned to column &1 no longer exists ?

  The SAP error message RMSRCPMIG024 indicates that a characteristic that was previously assigned to a column in a data model or structure no longer exists. This typically occurs during data migration or when changes have been made to the data model, such as deleting or renaming characteristics.
  Cause:
  
  Deletion of Characteristic: The characteristic that was previously assigned to the column has been deleted from the system.
  Renaming of Characteristic: The characteristic may have been renamed, leading to a mismatch between the column definition and the existing characteristics.
  Data Model Changes: Changes in the data model or structure that affect the relationships between characteristics and columns can lead to this error.
  Migration Issues: During data migration processes, if the mapping of characteristics to columns is not correctly maintained, this error can occur.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check Characteristic Existence: Verify if the characteristic (indicated by &2) still exists in the system. You can do this by navigating to the relevant transaction (e.g., RSD1 for InfoObjects) and checking the list of characteristics.
  
  
  Update Data Model: If the characteristic has been deleted or renamed, you may need to update the data model or structure to reflect the current state. This could involve:
  
  Reassigning the column to a different existing characteristic.
  Creating a new characteristic if necessary.
  
  
  
  Adjust Migration Mapping: If this error occurs during a migration process, review the mapping of characteristics to columns in your migration configuration. Ensure that all mappings are correct and that no characteristics have been inadvertently removed or renamed.
  
  
  Consult Documentation: Review any relevant documentation or change logs to understand why the characteristic was removed or changed. This can provide context for the error and help in making the necessary adjustments.
  
  
  Testing: After making changes, perform testing to ensure that the data model functions correctly and that the error no longer appears.
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as RSD1 (for InfoObjects), RSA1 (for Data Warehousing Workbench), and others that may help in managing characteristics and data models.
  SAP Notes: Check SAP Notes for any known issues or patches related to this error message. SAP frequently updates its knowledge base with solutions for common problems.
  Support: If the issue persists after attempting the above solutions, consider reaching out to SAP support for further assistance, providing them with the error message details and any steps you have already taken.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the RMSRCPMIG024 error and ensure that your data model is correctly configured.