How To Fix RS_HCPR_MODEL131 - SQL type &3 of column '&1' of &2 is not supported

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: RS_HCPR_MODEL - Messages related to the HANA Composite Provider Backend

• Message number: 131

• Message text: SQL type &3 of column '&1' of &2 is not supported

What causes this issue?

You are attempting to use column '&V1&' of &V2& in a CompositeProvider.
This is not possible since the column's SQL data type &V3& cannot be
supported.

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?

Try to use a SQL data type that is compatible with common BW data types
(without data type conversion).
If this is not an option, consider creating an Open ODS View for your
SAP Hana View, and add this Open ODS View to your CompositeProvider.
Note however that performance might suffer from implicit data type
conversions that need to be performed during runtime.

Procedure for System Administrators

Error message extract from SAP system. Copyright SAP SE.

Smart SAP Assistant

• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message RS_HCPR_MODEL131 - SQL type &3 of column '&1' of &2 is not supported ?

  The SAP error message RS_HCPR_MODEL131 indicates that there is an issue with the SQL type of a column in a data model. Specifically, it states that the SQL type of a column is not supported in the context of the operation you are trying to perform. This error typically arises in the context of SAP HANA or when working with data models in SAP BW/4HANA.
  Cause
  The error can be caused by several factors:
  
  Unsupported SQL Data Type: The column in question has a SQL data type that is not supported by the SAP HANA database or the specific operation you are trying to perform.
  Data Model Configuration: The data model may be incorrectly configured, leading to the use of unsupported data types.
  Data Source Issues: If the data is being sourced from an external system, the data type in the source system may not be compatible with SAP HANA.
  
  Solution
  To resolve the error, you can take the following steps:
  
  
  Check Data Types: Review the data types of the columns in your data model. Ensure that they are compatible with SAP HANA. Common supported types include INTEGER, DECIMAL, VARCHAR, etc. Unsupported types may include certain complex types or types that are not recognized by HANA.
  
  
  Modify Data Model: If you find unsupported data types, consider modifying the data model to use supported types. This may involve changing the data type in the source system or transforming the data before it is loaded into SAP HANA.
  
  
  Data Source Configuration: If the data is coming from an external source, check the configuration of the data source. Ensure that the data types are correctly mapped to compatible types in SAP HANA.
  
  
  Consult Documentation: Refer to the SAP HANA documentation for a list of supported SQL data types and any specific requirements for your version of SAP HANA.
  
  
  Testing: After making changes, test the data model to ensure that the error is resolved and that the data is being processed correctly.
  
  
  Related Information
  
  SAP Notes: Check SAP Notes for any known issues or patches related to this error message. SAP frequently updates its knowledge base with solutions for common problems.
  SAP Community: Engage with the SAP Community forums to see if other users have encountered similar issues and what solutions they have found.
  SAP HANA Documentation: Review the official SAP HANA documentation for detailed information on data types and best practices for data modeling.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the cause of the error and implement a solution to resolve it.