How To Fix RSAU111 - Error When Converting Characteristic &1 Value &2

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: RSAU - Update rules

• Message number: 111

• Message text: Error When Converting Characteristic &1 Value &2

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message RSAU111 - Error When Converting Characteristic &1 Value &2 ?

  The SAP error message RSAU111, which states "Error When Converting Characteristic &1 Value &2," typically occurs in the context of SAP BW (Business Warehouse) or SAP BI (Business Intelligence) when there is an issue with the conversion of characteristic values during data extraction or transformation processes.
  Cause:
  
  Data Type Mismatch: The characteristic value being processed does not match the expected data type. For example, if a numeric value is expected but a string is provided, this error may occur.
  Invalid Characteristic Value: The value being processed may not exist in the master data or may be incorrectly formatted.
  Missing Master Data: The characteristic value may not have corresponding master data in the system, leading to conversion issues.
  Incorrect Data Source Configuration: The data source may not be correctly configured, leading to issues in data extraction or transformation.
  Data Integrity Issues: There may be inconsistencies or corruption in the data being processed.
  
  Solution:
  
  Check Data Types: Ensure that the data types of the characteristic values being processed match the expected types in the target InfoObject.
  Validate Characteristic Values: Verify that the characteristic values exist in the master data and are correctly formatted. You can do this by checking the master data tables in SAP.
  Review Data Source Configuration: Ensure that the data source is correctly configured and that all necessary settings are in place for data extraction.
  Check for Missing Master Data: If the characteristic value is missing in the master data, you may need to load or update the master data accordingly.
  Data Cleansing: If there are data integrity issues, consider cleansing the data to remove or correct invalid entries.
  Debugging: If the issue persists, you may need to debug the data flow or transformation process to identify the exact point of failure.
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: You can use transaction codes like RSA1 (Data Warehousing Workbench) to check the InfoObjects and master data.
  Logs and Traces: Check the logs in the Data Transfer Process (DTP) or the InfoPackage for more detailed error messages that can provide additional context.
  SAP Notes: Search for relevant SAP Notes in the SAP Support Portal that may address specific issues related to RSAU111.
  Community Forums: Consider checking SAP Community forums or other user groups for similar issues and solutions shared by other users.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify and resolve the issue causing the RSAU111 error in your SAP environment.