How To Fix RSAN_WB081 - Invalid transposition field &1 is being deleted

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: RSAN_WB - Messages for Analysis Designer

• Message number: 081

• Message text: Invalid transposition field &1 is being deleted

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message RSAN_WB081 - Invalid transposition field &1 is being deleted ?

  The SAP error message RSAN_WB081 indicates that there is an issue with a transposition field in a data flow or transformation within the SAP BW (Business Warehouse) environment. Specifically, it suggests that the transposition field specified (denoted by &1) is invalid and is being deleted from the data model or transformation.
  Cause:
  
  Invalid Field Reference: The transposition field referenced may not exist in the data source or may have been deleted or renamed.
  Data Model Changes: Changes in the underlying data model, such as modifications to InfoObjects or InfoProviders, can lead to invalid references.
  Inconsistent Metadata: There may be inconsistencies in the metadata definitions between the source and target objects in the transformation.
  Transport Issues: If the transformation was transported from one system to another, there may be discrepancies in the data model between the systems.
  
  Solution:
  
  Check the Transposition Field: Verify that the transposition field specified in the error message exists in the data source and is correctly defined.
  Update Transformation: If the field has been renamed or deleted, update the transformation to reflect the current state of the data model.
  Recreate the Transformation: If the transformation is significantly affected, consider recreating it to ensure all fields are correctly mapped.
  Check for Metadata Consistency: Ensure that the metadata in the source and target objects is consistent and correctly defined.
  Transport Validation: If the issue arose after a transport, validate that all necessary objects were transported correctly and that there are no missing dependencies.
  
  Related Information:
  
  SAP Notes: Check SAP Notes related to the specific error message for any patches or updates that may address the issue.
  Transaction Codes: Use transaction codes like RSA1 (Data Warehousing Workbench) to analyze and manage InfoObjects, InfoProviders, and transformations.
  Documentation: Refer to SAP BW documentation for best practices on managing transformations and data flows.
  Community Forums: Engage with SAP community forums or support channels for additional insights and solutions from other users who may have encountered similar issues.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the root cause of the error and implement a solution to resolve it.