How To Fix RSDA265 - Decimal places in component &1 for InfoObject &2 are not consistent

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: RSDA - BW Archiving: Messages

• Message number: 265

• Message text: Decimal places in component &1 for InfoObject &2 are not consistent

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message RSDA265 - Decimal places in component &1 for InfoObject &2 are not consistent ?

  The SAP error message RSDA265 indicates that there is an inconsistency in the decimal places defined for a component of an InfoObject in your SAP system. This typically occurs in the context of data modeling, especially when working with InfoObjects in SAP BW (Business Warehouse) or SAP HANA.
  Cause:
  The error arises when the decimal places defined for a characteristic (InfoObject) do not match the expected or required format. This can happen due to:
  
  Inconsistent Settings: The decimal places for the InfoObject may be set differently in various places, such as in the InfoObject definition, the data source, or the target data model.
  Data Type Mismatch: The data type of the InfoObject may not align with the data being loaded or processed, leading to discrepancies in how decimal places are interpreted.
  Changes in Data Model: If there have been recent changes to the data model or InfoObject definitions, it may lead to inconsistencies if not all components are updated accordingly.
  
  Solution:
  To resolve the RSDA265 error, you can follow these steps:
  
  
  Check InfoObject Definition:
  
  Go to the InfoObject maintenance transaction (e.g., RSD1) and check the decimal places defined for the InfoObject in question.
  Ensure that the decimal places are set correctly and consistently.
  
  
  
  Review Data Source:
  
  Check the data source that is feeding data into the InfoObject. Ensure that the decimal places defined in the data source match those in the InfoObject.
  
  
  
  Update Data Model:
  
  If there have been changes to the data model, ensure that all related components (e.g., InfoProviders, transformations, DTPs) are updated to reflect the correct decimal places.
  
  
  
  Consistency Check:
  
  Use the consistency check tools available in SAP BW to identify any other inconsistencies in your data model that may be causing this error.
  
  
  
  Re-activate Objects:
  
  Sometimes, reactivating the InfoObject or related objects can help resolve inconsistencies. This can be done in the InfoObject maintenance transaction.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  If the issue persists, consult SAP documentation or support for specific guidance related to your version of SAP and the context in which the error occurs.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: RSD1 (InfoObject maintenance), RSA1 (Data Warehousing Workbench).
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that may address known issues or provide patches related to this error.
  Data Types: Familiarize yourself with the data types and their properties in SAP BW to ensure proper configuration.
  Testing: After making changes, perform tests to ensure that data loads correctly and that the error does not reoccur.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify and resolve the inconsistency causing the RSDA265 error in your SAP environment.