How To Fix RSBBS505 - Source found: variable &1 (characteristic &2, basic characteristic &3)

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: RSBBS - BW: Reports-Reports-Interface

• Message number: 505

• Message text: Source found: variable &1 (characteristic &2, basic characteristic &3)

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message RSBBS505 - Source found: variable &1 (characteristic &2, basic characteristic &3) ?

  The SAP error message RSBBS505 typically occurs in the context of SAP BW (Business Warehouse) when there is an issue with the data source or the characteristics used in a query or data extraction process. This error indicates that a variable (parameter) is not being resolved correctly, which can be due to various reasons.
  Cause:
  
  Missing or Incorrect Variable Definition: The variable defined in the query or data source may not be correctly set up or may be missing.
  Inconsistent Characteristic Values: The characteristic values used in the query may not match the values available in the data source.
  Data Source Issues: The data source may not be properly configured or may not contain the expected data.
  Authorization Issues: The user may not have the necessary authorizations to access the data related to the variable or characteristic.
  Transport Issues: If the query or data source was transported from one system to another, there may be inconsistencies in the configuration.
  
  Solution:
  
  Check Variable Definition: Go to the query definition and verify that the variable is correctly defined. Ensure that it is linked to the correct characteristic.
  Validate Characteristic Values: Ensure that the characteristic values used in the query are available in the data source. You can check the data in the InfoProvider to confirm this.
  Review Data Source Configuration: Check the configuration of the data source to ensure it is set up correctly and is pulling the expected data.
  Authorization Check: Verify that the user executing the query has the necessary authorizations to access the data related to the variable and characteristic.
  Transport Consistency: If the issue arose after a transport, check for any inconsistencies in the transport process. You may need to re-transport or adjust the configuration in the target system.
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: You can use transaction codes like RSA1 (Data Warehousing Workbench) to check InfoProviders and queries.
  SAP Notes: Look for relevant SAP Notes that may address specific issues related to RSBBS505 or similar error messages.
  Debugging: If the issue persists, consider debugging the query execution to identify where the variable resolution is failing.
  Documentation: Refer to SAP BW documentation for detailed information on variables, characteristics, and query design.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify and resolve the issue causing the RSBBS505 error message in SAP BW.