How To Fix RSAU601 - Basic characteristic & is too long or empty when calling up function &

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: RSAU - Update rules

• Message number: 601

• Message text: Basic characteristic & is too long or empty when calling up function &

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message RSAU601 - Basic characteristic & is too long or empty when calling up function & ?

  The SAP error message RSAU601 indicates that a basic characteristic is either too long or empty when calling a function. This error typically occurs in the context of SAP BW (Business Warehouse) or SAP BI (Business Intelligence) when dealing with characteristics in InfoObjects, queries, or data modeling.
  Cause:
  
  Empty Characteristic: The characteristic being referenced is not populated with any value, which can happen if the data source does not provide a value or if there is an issue with the data extraction process.
  Too Long Characteristic: The value of the characteristic exceeds the maximum length defined for that characteristic in the InfoObject. Each characteristic in SAP BW has a defined length, and if the data being processed exceeds this length, the error will occur.
  
  Solution:
  
  Check Data Source: Ensure that the data source feeding into the InfoObject is correctly populated and that there are no issues with the data extraction process. Verify that the data is being loaded correctly into the InfoObject.
  Validate Characteristic Values: Review the values being passed to the characteristic. If they are coming from a source system, ensure that they conform to the expected format and length.
  Adjust Characteristic Length: If the characteristic values are valid but exceed the defined length, consider adjusting the length of the characteristic in the InfoObject definition. This should be done with caution, as it may have implications for existing data and reports.
  Data Cleansing: Implement data cleansing processes to ensure that the data being loaded into the InfoObject does not contain empty or excessively long values.
  Error Handling: Implement error handling in your data loading process to catch and manage these types of errors before they cause issues in reporting or analysis.
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: You may want to use transaction codes like RSA1 (Data Warehousing Workbench) to check InfoObjects and data sources.
  InfoObject Definition: Review the InfoObject definition in the SAP BW system to understand the constraints and properties of the characteristic.
  Data Load Monitoring: Use transaction codes like RSMO (Data Load Monitor) to monitor data loads and identify any issues that may arise during the extraction and loading process.
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that may address this specific error or provide additional guidance on handling it.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the root cause of the RSAU601 error and implement a solution to resolve it.