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 of the member in question (e.g., &1) and the dimension (e.g., &2) to ensure they are consistent across all relevant InfoObjects and data sources.
  Re-activate Objects: If there have been changes, try reactivating the affected InfoObjects or data models to ensure that all definitions are up to date.
  Data Source Validation: Validate the data sources to ensure they are correctly defined and that there are no discrepancies in the data being pulled.
  Transport Consistency: If the issue arose after a transport, check the transport logs and ensure that all necessary objects were transported correctly and that there are no missing dependencies.
  Check for Duplicates: Ensure that there are no duplicate definitions or conflicting entries in the dimension that could lead to this error.
  Use Transaction RSRV: Utilize transaction RSRV to check for inconsistencies in the data model and perform repairs if necessary.
  
  Related Information:
  
  SAP Notes: Check SAP Notes related to this error message for any specific patches or updates that may address the issue.
  Documentation: Review SAP BW documentation for best practices on managing dimensions and InfoObjects to avoid definition conflicts.
  Community Forums: Engage with SAP community forums or support channels for insights from other users who may have encountered similar issues.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify and resolve the cause of the RSBPCE_EXCEPTION009 error in your SAP BW environment.