How To Fix RS_ADSO_MODEL052 - Field &1 is of type Quantity. Aggregation has to be maintained.

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

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

• Message number: 052

• Message text: Field &1 is of type Quantity. Aggregation has to be maintained.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message RS_ADSO_MODEL052 - Field &1 is of type Quantity. Aggregation has to be maintained. ?

  The SAP error message RS_ADSO_MODEL052 indicates that there is an issue with the aggregation settings for a field of type "Quantity" in an Advanced DataStore Object (ADSO). This error typically arises when the system expects an aggregation method to be defined for a quantity field, but it has not been maintained.
  Cause:
  
  Field Type: The field in question is defined as a "Quantity" type, which means it is expected to have a specific aggregation behavior (e.g., sum, average).
  Missing Aggregation: The aggregation method for this field has not been defined in the ADSO model. This is necessary for the system to know how to handle the data during reporting or data processing.
  
  Solution:
  To resolve this error, you need to maintain the aggregation settings for the quantity field in the ADSO model. Here are the steps to do this:
  
  
  Open the ADSO Model:
  
  Go to the Data Warehousing Workbench (transaction code: RSA1).
  Navigate to the ADSO in question.
  
  
  
  Edit the ADSO:
  
  Select the ADSO and choose the option to edit the model.
  
  
  
  Locate the Quantity Field:
  
  Find the field that is causing the error (indicated by &1 in the error message).
  
  
  
  Maintain Aggregation:
  
  In the field properties, look for the aggregation settings.
  Set the appropriate aggregation method for the quantity field (e.g., Sum, Average, etc.).
  
  
  
  Save and Activate:
  
  After making the changes, save the model and activate it.
  
  
  
  Test the Changes:
  
  Run the data load or reporting process again to ensure that the error has been resolved.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Field Types: In SAP BW/4HANA, fields can be of various types, including Key Figures, Characteristics, and Attributes. Key Figures like Quantity require specific aggregation methods.
  Aggregation Methods: Common aggregation methods for quantity fields include:
  
  Sum: Adds up all the values.
  Average: Calculates the average of the values.
  Count: Counts the number of entries.
  
  
  Documentation: Refer to SAP Help documentation for more details on ADSO modeling and field properties.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the RS_ADSO_MODEL052 error and ensure that your ADSO is correctly configured for handling quantity fields.