How To Fix RSAR474 - Formula for &1/&2 differs in version &3

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: RSAR - Data Transfer and Metadata Maintenance

• Message number: 474

• Message text: Formula for &1/&2 differs in version &3

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message RSAR474 - Formula for &1/&2 differs in version &3 ?

  The SAP error message RSAR474 indicates that there is a discrepancy in the formula used for a specific InfoObject or InfoProvider in different versions. This typically occurs in the context of SAP BW (Business Warehouse) when there are inconsistencies in the calculation formulas across different versions of a query or a data model.
  Cause:
  
  Version Mismatch: The error arises when the formula for a particular InfoObject (e.g., a calculated key figure) differs between the active version and the version being processed.
  Changes in Formula: If the formula for a key figure or calculated field has been modified in one version but not in another, this inconsistency can trigger the error.
  Transport Issues: If changes were transported from one system to another (e.g., from development to production) and the transport did not include all necessary objects, it can lead to version discrepancies.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check Version Consistency:
  
  Go to the relevant InfoProvider or query definition in the SAP BW system.
  Compare the formulas in the different versions to identify discrepancies.
  Ensure that the formula in the active version matches the intended formula.
  
  
  
  Adjust the Formula:
  
  If you find that the formula in the active version is incorrect, you can either update it to match the intended formula or revert to a previous version that has the correct formula.
  
  
  
  Transport Objects:
  
  If the issue is due to a transport problem, ensure that all relevant objects (including the InfoObject, queries, and any associated transformations) are correctly transported to the target system.
  
  
  
  Re-activate the Query:
  
  Sometimes, simply re-activating the query or InfoProvider can resolve the issue. This can refresh the metadata and ensure that the latest changes are applied.
  
  
  
  Check for Dependencies:
  
  Ensure that there are no dependencies or linked objects that might be causing the formula to differ. This includes checking for any changes in underlying data sources or transformations.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: You may use transaction codes like RSA1 (Data Warehousing Workbench) to navigate to the relevant InfoProvider or query.
  Documentation: Refer to SAP Help documentation for detailed information on managing InfoObjects and queries in BW.
  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.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify and resolve the RSAR474 error in your SAP BW environment.