How To Fix RS_ADSO_MODEL050 - Field &1 is of type Quantity. Length has to be 3.

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

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

• Message number: 050

• Message text: Field &1 is of type Quantity. Length has to be 3.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message RS_ADSO_MODEL050 - Field &1 is of type Quantity. Length has to be 3. ?

  The SAP error message RS_ADSO_MODEL050 indicates that there is an issue with the data type and length of a field in an Advanced DataStore Object (ADSO) model. Specifically, it states that a field of type "Quantity" has a length that does not meet the required specifications. In this case, the length must be set to 3.
  Cause:
  
  Field Definition: The field in question is defined as a "Quantity" type, which typically requires a specific length to accommodate the data it is meant to hold. If the length is set incorrectly (e.g., longer than 3 characters), this error will occur.
  Data Model Configuration: The error may arise from the configuration of the ADSO model where the field's properties (like length) are not aligned with the expected standards for quantity fields.
  Data Source Mismatch: If the data source feeding into the ADSO has a different definition for the field, it can lead to this error when trying to load or process data.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check Field Definition: Go to the ADSO model definition in the SAP BW/4HANA or SAP BW system and check the properties of the field that is causing the error. Ensure that the length of the field is set to 3.
  
  Navigate to the Data Modeler and find the specific ADSO.
  Edit the field properties and adjust the length to 3 if it is currently set to a different value.
  
  
  
  Adjust Data Source: If the field is being populated from a data source, ensure that the data source is also configured correctly. The field in the source should match the expected length in the ADSO.
  
  
  Re-activate the ADSO: After making changes to the field definition, you may need to re-activate the ADSO model to apply the changes.
  
  
  Data Load: If the error occurs during a data load process, ensure that the data being loaded conforms to the new field definition. You may need to cleanse or transform the data before loading it into the ADSO.
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Field Types in SAP BW: Understanding the different field types and their properties in SAP BW can help in configuring ADSOs correctly.
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that might address similar issues or provide additional guidance on handling field type errors.
  Documentation: Refer to the official SAP documentation for Advanced DataStore Objects for best practices and guidelines on field definitions and configurations.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the RS_ADSO_MODEL050 error and ensure that your ADSO model is correctly configured for data processing.