How To Fix RS_ADSO_MODEL004 - DataStore claims to be &1, but model content refers to &2

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: RS_ADSO_MODEL - Messages related to the Datastore Object Backend

• Message number: 004

• Message text: DataStore claims to be &1, but model content refers to &2

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message RS_ADSO_MODEL004 - DataStore claims to be &1, but model content refers to &2 ?

  The SAP error message RS_ADSO_MODEL004 indicates a mismatch between the DataStore Object (DSO) metadata and the model content in SAP BW/4HANA or SAP BW on HANA. Specifically, it suggests that the DataStore claims to be of a certain type (indicated by &1), but the model content refers to a different type (indicated by &2). This can occur due to various reasons, such as changes in the DataStore configuration, inconsistencies in the metadata, or issues during data modeling.
  Cause:
  
  Metadata Mismatch: The DataStore Object's metadata may have been altered, but the model content has not been updated accordingly.
  Model Changes: Changes made to the model (like changing the type of the DataStore) without properly updating all references can lead to this error.
  Transport Issues: If the DataStore Object was transported from one system to another, inconsistencies may arise if the model content was not transported or updated correctly.
  Versioning Issues: If there are multiple versions of the DataStore Object or model, it may lead to confusion regarding which version is being referenced.
  
  Solution:
  
  Check Metadata: Verify the metadata of the DataStore Object and ensure it matches the expected model content. You can do this by checking the properties of the DataStore Object in the SAP BW modeling tools.
  Update Model Content: If the DataStore Object has been changed, update the model content to reflect the correct type. This may involve reassigning the DataStore Object in the model or recreating the model if necessary.
  Rebuild the Model: If the issue persists, consider rebuilding the model from scratch to ensure that all references are correctly aligned with the DataStore Object.
  Transport Consistency: If the issue arose after a transport, ensure that all related objects (both DataStore and model) were transported together and are consistent across systems.
  Check for Version Conflicts: Ensure that you are working with the correct version of the DataStore Object and model. If there are multiple versions, identify and use the correct one.
  
  Related Information:
  
  SAP Notes: Check SAP Notes related to DataStore Objects and modeling errors for any specific patches or updates that may address this issue.
  SAP Community: Engage with the SAP Community forums to see if other users have encountered similar issues and what solutions they have found.
  Documentation: Review the official SAP documentation for DataStore Objects and modeling in BW/4HANA for best practices and troubleshooting steps.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the RS_ADSO_MODEL004 error and ensure that your DataStore Object and model content are aligned correctly.