How To Fix RSD_GEO314 - Name of charasteric should be &1

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: RSD_GEO -

• Message number: 314

• Message text: Name of charasteric should be &1

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message RSD_GEO314 - Name of charasteric should be &1 ?

  The SAP error message RSD_GEO314, which states "Name of characteristic should be &1," typically occurs in the context of SAP BW (Business Warehouse) when there is an issue with the naming of a characteristic in a data model, InfoObject, or query.
  Cause:
  
  Invalid Characteristic Name: The characteristic name provided does not conform to the naming conventions or is not recognized by the system.
  Missing Characteristic: The characteristic that is being referenced may not exist in the system or may not be activated.
  Typographical Error: There may be a typo in the name of the characteristic being referenced.
  Inconsistent Data Model: The data model may have inconsistencies, such as missing or incorrectly defined characteristics.
  
  Solution:
  
  Check Characteristic Name: Verify that the characteristic name you are using is correct and exists in the system. Ensure that it matches the expected format and spelling.
  Activate Characteristic: If the characteristic is newly created or modified, ensure that it is activated in the InfoObject maintenance.
  Review Data Model: Check the data model or query definition to ensure that all characteristics are correctly defined and linked.
  Consult Documentation: Refer to SAP documentation or help resources for specific naming conventions and requirements for characteristics.
  Debugging: If you have access to debugging tools, you can trace the execution to see where the error is being triggered and gather more context about the issue.
  
  Related Information:
  
  SAP Notes: Check SAP Notes for any known issues or patches related to this error message.
  SAP Community: Engage with the SAP Community forums to see if other users have encountered similar issues and what solutions they found.
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as RSA1 (Data Warehousing Workbench) and RSD1 (InfoObject Maintenance) to manage and troubleshoot characteristics.
  
  If the issue persists after following these steps, consider reaching out to your SAP support team or consulting with an SAP BW expert for further assistance.