How To Fix RSAU215 - Inconsistency in the update rule because of characteristic &

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: RSAU - Update rules

• Message number: 215

• Message text: Inconsistency in the update rule because of characteristic &

What causes this issue?

The characteristic you selected is in the update rule but is not
contained in the InfoCube.

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?

Include the characteristic in the corresponding InfoCube or redefine
the update rule.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message RSAU215 - Inconsistency in the update rule because of characteristic & ?

  The SAP error message RSAU215 indicates an inconsistency in the update rule for a specific characteristic in the context of SAP BW (Business Warehouse) or SAP BI (Business Intelligence). This error typically arises when there is a mismatch or inconsistency in the update rules defined for a characteristic in the InfoObject or when the data model is not aligned properly.
  Cause:
  
  Inconsistent Update Rules: The update rules for the characteristic in question may not be properly defined or may conflict with other rules.
  Missing or Incorrect Data: The data being loaded may not conform to the expected structure or may be missing required fields.
  Changes in InfoObject: If there have been recent changes to the InfoObject (like adding or removing attributes), it may lead to inconsistencies in the update rules.
  Data Source Issues: The data source from which the data is being extracted may have issues, such as missing fields or incorrect mappings.
  
  Solution:
  
  Check Update Rules: Review the update rules for the characteristic mentioned in the error message. Ensure that they are correctly defined and do not conflict with each other.
  Validate InfoObject: Check the InfoObject definition for the characteristic. Ensure that all attributes and properties are correctly set up and that there are no inconsistencies.
  Data Source Verification: Verify the data source from which the data is being extracted. Ensure that it is correctly configured and that all required fields are present.
  Re-activate Update Rules: Sometimes, simply re-activating the update rules can resolve the issue. Go to the update rules and re-activate them.
  Check for Transport Issues: If the issue arose after a transport, ensure that all related objects were transported correctly and that there are no missing dependencies.
  Consult Logs: Check the logs for more detailed error messages that can provide additional context on the inconsistency.
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: You can use transaction codes like RSA1 (Data Warehousing Workbench) to access the InfoObjects and update rules.
  SAP Notes: Check SAP Notes for any known issues or patches related to the RSAU215 error. SAP frequently updates its knowledge base with solutions for common errors.
  Documentation: Refer to SAP documentation for detailed information on managing update rules and InfoObjects in BW/BI.
  
  If the issue persists after trying the above solutions, it may be beneficial to consult with your SAP Basis or BW team for further investigation, as they may have more insights into the specific configuration and data model in your environment.