How To Fix RS_ADSO_MODEL118 - Inventory key figure (&1) found, but inventory flag is not activated

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

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

• Message number: 118

• Message text: Inventory key figure (&1) found, but inventory flag is not activated

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message RS_ADSO_MODEL118 - Inventory key figure (&1) found, but inventory flag is not activated ?

  The SAP error message RS_ADSO_MODEL118 indicates that there is an issue with the configuration of an Advanced DataStore Object (ADSO) related to inventory key figures. Specifically, it means that the system has detected an inventory key figure, but the inventory flag for that key figure is not activated in the ADSO settings.
  Cause:
  
  Inventory Key Figure Configuration: The key figure in question is defined as an inventory key figure in the data model, but the corresponding inventory flag is not set to "active" in the ADSO configuration.
  Modeling Errors: There may be inconsistencies in the data model where the key figure is expected to behave as an inventory key figure but lacks the necessary configuration to support that behavior.
  
  Solution:
  To resolve this error, you need to activate the inventory flag for the specified key figure in the ADSO configuration. Here are the steps to do this:
  
  
  Access the ADSO Configuration:
  
  Go to the Data Warehousing Workbench (transaction code RSA1).
  Navigate to the ADSO in question.
  
  
  
  Edit the ADSO:
  
  Open the ADSO for editing.
  Go to the "Key Figures" tab.
  
  
  
  Activate the Inventory Flag:
  
  Locate the key figure that is causing the error (indicated by the message).
  Check the properties of the key figure and look for an option to activate the inventory flag.
  Set the inventory flag to "active" or check the box that indicates it is an inventory key figure.
  
  
  
  Save and Activate:
  
  Save your changes and activate the ADSO.
  
  
  
  Re-run the Process:
  
  After making the changes, re-run the process that triggered the error to verify that the issue has been resolved.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Documentation: Refer to SAP Help documentation for Advanced DataStore Objects and key figure modeling for more detailed information on how to configure key figures and their properties.
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that may provide additional insights or updates related to this error message.
  Testing: After making changes, it is advisable to test the data load or reporting functionality to ensure that the key figure behaves as expected.
  
  If the issue persists after following these steps, consider reaching out to your SAP Basis or BW team for further assistance, as there may be additional underlying issues that need to be addressed.