How To Fix RS_SMA_DAP129 - Characteristic &1 does not exist

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: RS_SMA_DAP -

• Message number: 129

• Message text: Characteristic &1 does not exist

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message RS_SMA_DAP129 - Characteristic &1 does not exist ?

  The SAP error message RS_SMA_DAP129, which states "Characteristic &1 does not exist," typically occurs in the context of SAP BW (Business Warehouse) or SAP BI (Business Intelligence) when a query or report is trying to access a characteristic that is not defined in the data model or InfoObject catalog.
  Cause:
  
  Missing Characteristic: The characteristic referenced in the error message (denoted by &1) is not defined in the InfoObjects or the data model.
  Incorrect Query Definition: The query may be incorrectly defined, referencing a characteristic that has been deleted or renamed.
  Transport Issues: If the characteristic was recently transported from another system, it may not have been transported correctly or completely.
  Data Source Issues: The data source may not be properly configured, leading to missing characteristics in the data model.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check Characteristic Definition:
  
  Go to the SAP BW modeling tools and check if the characteristic exists in the InfoObjects. If it does not exist, you may need to create it or adjust the query to remove the reference to it.
  
  
  
  Review Query Definition:
  
  Open the query in the Query Designer and verify that all characteristics used in the query are valid and exist in the data model. Remove or replace any invalid references.
  
  
  
  Transport Check:
  
  If the characteristic was recently transported, ensure that the transport request was successful and that all necessary objects were included. You may need to re-transport the characteristic.
  
  
  
  Data Source Configuration:
  
  Check the data source configuration to ensure that it is correctly set up and that all necessary characteristics are included in the data extraction process.
  
  
  
  Rebuild the Query:
  
  If the issue persists, consider rebuilding the query from scratch, ensuring that all characteristics are correctly referenced.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Review SAP documentation or notes related to the specific version of SAP BW/BI you are using for any known issues or additional troubleshooting steps.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  SAP Notes: Check SAP Notes for any specific fixes or patches related to this error message.
  Transaction Codes: Use transaction codes like RSA1 (Data Warehousing Workbench) to manage InfoObjects and queries.
  Support: If the issue cannot be resolved, consider reaching out to SAP support for assistance, providing them with the error details and any steps you have already taken.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the cause of the error and implement a solution to resolve it.