How To Fix RS_ADSO_MODEL100 - Inventory time reference characteristic has to be set with inventory

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

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

• Message number: 100

• Message text: Inventory time reference characteristic has to be set with inventory

What causes this issue?

You want to model an inventory aDSO object. To do this, you have to add
an inventory time reference characteristic.

System Response

The system issues an error message and will not allow you to continue with this transaction until the error is resolved.

How to fix this error?

Procedure for System Administrators

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message RS_ADSO_MODEL100 - Inventory time reference characteristic has to be set with inventory ?

  The SAP error message RS_ADSO_MODEL100 indicates that there is an issue with the configuration of the data model in the context of an Advanced DataStore Object (ADSO) in SAP BW/4HANA or SAP BW on HANA. Specifically, the error states that the "Inventory time reference characteristic has to be set with inventory." This typically relates to the setup of time characteristics in your data model.
  Cause:
  The error occurs when the ADSO is configured to handle inventory data, but the necessary time reference characteristic (usually a time dimension) is not properly set up or linked to the inventory data. This can happen due to:
  
  Missing Configuration: The time reference characteristic that is supposed to be linked to inventory data is not defined in the ADSO settings.
  Incorrect Data Model: The data model may not be correctly designed to handle inventory data, leading to inconsistencies.
  Data Source Issues: The data source feeding into the ADSO may not be providing the necessary time reference information.
  
  Solution:
  To resolve this error, you can follow these steps:
  
  
  Check ADSO Configuration:
  
  Go to the ADSO in the SAP BW modeling tools.
  Ensure that the time reference characteristic is defined and correctly set up to handle inventory data.
  Make sure that the characteristic is marked as an inventory time reference characteristic.
  
  
  
  Define Time Characteristics:
  
  If the time reference characteristic is missing, you may need to add it. This is typically a characteristic like "Fiscal Year/Period" or "Calendar Year/Month."
  Ensure that the characteristic is set to be used for inventory data.
  
  
  
  Review Data Source:
  
  Check the data source that is populating the ADSO. Ensure that it includes the necessary time reference fields.
  If the data source is incorrect or incomplete, you may need to adjust it to include the required time characteristics.
  
  
  
  Re-activate the ADSO:
  
  After making the necessary changes, you may need to re-activate the ADSO to apply the new settings.
  
  
  
  Test the Data Load:
  
  Once the configuration is corrected, perform a test data load to ensure that the error is resolved and that data is being loaded correctly.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Documentation: Refer to SAP Help documentation for Advanced DataStore Objects and inventory management to understand the requirements for time reference characteristics.
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that may address specific issues or provide additional guidance related to this error.
  Community Forums: Engage with SAP community forums or support channels for insights from other users who may have encountered similar issues.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the RS_ADSO_MODEL100 error and ensure that your ADSO is correctly configured for handling inventory data.