How To Fix RSBK249 - Characteristic &1 is not part of InfoProvider &2

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: RSBK - Messages for the Data Transfer Process

• Message number: 249

• Message text: Characteristic &1 is not part of InfoProvider &2

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message RSBK249 - Characteristic &1 is not part of InfoProvider &2 ?

  The SAP error message RSBK249 indicates that a characteristic (denoted as &1) is not part of the specified InfoProvider (denoted as &2). This error typically occurs in the context of SAP BW (Business Warehouse) when you are trying to execute a query or load data into an InfoProvider, and the system cannot find the specified characteristic in the InfoProvider's structure.
  Cause:
  
  Missing Characteristic: The characteristic you are trying to use in your query or data load is not included in the InfoProvider's definition.
  Incorrect Query Definition: The query may have been defined incorrectly, referencing a characteristic that is not part of the InfoProvider.
  Changes in InfoProvider: If the InfoProvider was modified (e.g., characteristics were added or removed), the query may not have been updated accordingly.
  Data Source Mismatch: The data source being used may not match the InfoProvider's structure, leading to this error.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check InfoProvider Structure:
  
  Go to the InfoProvider in the SAP BW system and verify that the characteristic in question is indeed part of the InfoProvider.
  If it is missing, you may need to add it to the InfoProvider.
  
  
  
  Update Query:
  
  If the characteristic is not part of the InfoProvider, you will need to modify the query to remove the reference to the characteristic or replace it with a valid one.
  Use the Query Designer to adjust the query definition.
  
  
  
  Re-activate InfoProvider:
  
  If changes were made to the InfoProvider, ensure that it is re-activated. This can sometimes resolve inconsistencies.
  
  
  
  Check Data Source:
  
  Ensure that the data source you are using is correctly mapped to the InfoProvider and that it includes the necessary characteristics.
  
  
  
  Transport Requests:
  
  If the InfoProvider or query was transported from another system, ensure that all necessary objects were included in the transport request.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Review any relevant documentation or notes from SAP regarding the specific InfoProvider and characteristics to ensure compliance with best practices.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: You can use transaction codes like RSA1 (Data Warehousing Workbench) to access InfoProviders and check their structure.
  Query Designer: Use the Query Designer (transaction code RSRT) to modify and test queries.
  SAP Notes: Check SAP Notes for any known issues or patches related to the specific error message or InfoProvider.
  BW Modeling Tools: If you are using BW/4HANA or the latest BW modeling tools, ensure you are familiar with the new features and changes in the modeling environment.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the cause of the RSBK249 error and implement the appropriate solution.