How To Fix RSD_GEO132 - Characteristic &1: Wrong geographical type for maintaining shape data.

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: RSD_GEO -

• Message number: 132

• Message text: Characteristic &1: Wrong geographical type for maintaining shape data.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message RSD_GEO132 - Characteristic &1: Wrong geographical type for maintaining shape data. ?

  The SAP error message RSD_GEO132 indicates that there is an issue with the geographical type of a characteristic when trying to maintain shape data in SAP BW (Business Warehouse). This error typically arises when the geographical characteristic is not correctly defined or does not match the expected type for the shape data being used.
  Cause:
  
  Incorrect Geographical Type: The characteristic you are trying to maintain may not be set up with the correct geographical type. For example, if you are trying to use a characteristic that is not defined as a geographical characteristic (like country, region, etc.), this error will occur.
  Shape Data Mismatch: The shape data you are trying to associate with the characteristic may not correspond to the expected geographical type. For instance, if the shape data is for a country but the characteristic is defined for a city, this mismatch will trigger the error.
  Configuration Issues: There may be issues in the configuration of the InfoObject or the way the geographical data is set up in the system.
  
  Solution:
  
  Check Characteristic Definition: Go to the InfoObject maintenance (transaction code RSD1) and verify that the characteristic in question is defined as a geographical characteristic. Ensure that it is set up correctly to handle shape data.
  Verify Shape Data: Ensure that the shape data you are trying to maintain corresponds to the correct geographical type. If you are using a shape file, check that it matches the expected format and type for the characteristic.
  Adjust Configuration: If necessary, adjust the configuration of the InfoObject or the shape data to ensure compatibility. This may involve changing the type of the characteristic or using a different shape data file that matches the characteristic.
  Consult Documentation: Refer to SAP documentation or help resources for specific guidelines on setting up geographical characteristics and shape data.
  
  Related Information:
  
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that may address this specific error or provide additional troubleshooting steps.
  SAP Community: Engage with the SAP Community forums to see if other users have encountered similar issues and what solutions they have found.
  Training and Documentation: Review SAP training materials or documentation related to geographical data handling in SAP BW for best practices and configuration guidelines.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the root cause of the RSD_GEO132 error and implement a solution to resolve it.