How To Fix RS2HANA_VIEW098 - External SAP HANA view: Characteristic restriction for '&1' not supported

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: RS2HANA_VIEW - HANA Views for BW Objects

• Message number: 098

• Message text: External SAP HANA view: Characteristic restriction for '&1' not supported

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message RS2HANA_VIEW098 - External SAP HANA view: Characteristic restriction for '&1' not supported ?

  The SAP error message RS2HANA_VIEW098 indicates that there is a restriction on a characteristic in an external SAP HANA view that is not supported. This typically occurs when you are trying to use a characteristic in a way that is not compatible with the HANA view's design or capabilities.
  Cause:
  
  Unsupported Characteristic Restrictions: The error usually arises when you attempt to apply a filter or restriction on a characteristic that is not allowed in the context of the HANA view. This can happen if the characteristic is not part of the view's definition or if it is not designed to handle such restrictions.
  Incompatibility with HANA Views: Some characteristics may not be compatible with the HANA view's structure or the way data is modeled in HANA.
  Data Model Issues: There may be issues with the underlying data model, such as missing joins or incorrect relationships between tables.
  
  Solution:
  
  Review the HANA View: Check the definition of the HANA view to ensure that the characteristic you are trying to restrict is included in the view. If it is not, you may need to modify the view to include it.
  Adjust Restrictions: If the characteristic is included in the view but restrictions are not supported, consider removing the restriction or using a different approach to filter the data.
  Consult Documentation: Refer to SAP documentation for the specific HANA view you are working with to understand its limitations and supported features.
  Data Model Adjustment: If necessary, adjust the underlying data model to ensure that the characteristic can be used as intended. This may involve creating new views or modifying existing ones.
  Testing: After making changes, test the view again to ensure that the error is resolved.
  
  Related Information:
  
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that may address this specific error or provide guidance on working with HANA views.
  SAP Community: Engage with the SAP Community forums to see if other users have encountered similar issues and what solutions they have found.
  HANA Studio: Use SAP HANA Studio or SAP Web IDE to analyze the view and its characteristics, which can help in troubleshooting the issue.
  
  If the problem persists after trying the above solutions, consider reaching out to SAP support for further assistance.