How To Fix RSBPCE_EXCEPTION009 - Definition conflict on member &1 in dimension &2

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: RSBPCE_EXCEPTION - BPC: Message Class for RSBPCE Exception

• Message number: 009

• Message text: Definition conflict on member &1 in dimension &2

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message RSBPCE_EXCEPTION009 - Definition conflict on member &1 in dimension &2 ?

  The SAP error message RSBPCE_EXCEPTION009 indicates a "Definition conflict on member &1 in dimension &2." This error typically arises in the context of SAP BW (Business Warehouse) or SAP BW/4HANA when there is a discrepancy in the definitions of a member (such as a characteristic or key figure) in a dimension of a data model, such as an InfoObject or a CompositeProvider.
  Causes:
  
  Inconsistent Definitions: The member (e.g., a characteristic value) has different definitions or attributes in different contexts or data sources.
  Data Model Changes: Changes made to the data model (like modifications in InfoObjects, dimensions, or InfoProviders) that have not been properly synchronized or updated.
  Data Source Issues: The data source feeding into the model may have been altered, leading to inconsistencies in the expected member definitions.
  Transport Issues: If changes were transported from one system to another (e.g., from development to production), there may be inconsistencies in the definitions.
  
  Solutions:
  
  Check Definitions: Review the definitions