How To Fix RSDD142 - Aggregate &1: Read: Block characteristic &2 range: &3 - &4

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: RSDD - Message class for data manager

• Message number: 142

• Message text: Aggregate &1: Read: Block characteristic &2 range: &3 - &4

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message RSDD142 - Aggregate &1: Read: Block characteristic &2 range: &3 - &4 ?

  The SAP error message RSDD142 typically occurs in the context of SAP BW (Business Warehouse) when there is an issue related to aggregates. This error indicates that there is a problem with reading data from an aggregate, specifically related to the characteristics and their ranges.
  Cause:
  
  Data Inconsistency: The data in the aggregate may be inconsistent or corrupted.
  Missing Data: The characteristic values specified in the range may not exist in the aggregate.
  Incorrect Range Definition: The range defined for the characteristic may be incorrect or not aligned with the data in the aggregate.
  Performance Issues: Sometimes, performance issues can lead to timeouts or failures in reading the aggregate.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check Aggregate Consistency:
  
  Use transaction code RSA1 to access the Data Warehousing Workbench.
  Navigate to the InfoProvider and check the aggregates for consistency. You can use the "Check" function to validate the aggregates.
  
  
  
  Rebuild the Aggregate:
  
  If the aggregate is found to be inconsistent, consider rebuilding it. This can be done by deleting the aggregate and then re-creating it or by using the "Manage Aggregates" option to rebuild it.
  
  
  
  Verify Characteristic Values:
  
  Ensure that the characteristic values specified in the error message exist in the aggregate. You can check the data in the InfoObject to confirm this.
  
  
  
  Adjust Range Definitions:
  
  Review the range definitions for the characteristic in question. Make sure they are correctly defined and that they match the data available in the aggregate.
  
  
  
  Check for Performance Issues:
  
  If the error is related to performance, consider optimizing the query or the aggregate. This may involve adjusting the data model or the way data is loaded into the aggregates.
  
  
  
  Consult SAP Notes:
  
  Check the SAP Support Portal for any relevant SAP Notes that may address this specific error message. There may be patches or updates that resolve known issues.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: 
  
  RSA1: Data Warehousing Workbench
  RSD1: InfoObject Maintenance
  RSD3: InfoProvider Maintenance
  
  
  Documentation: Review SAP BW documentation for aggregates and performance tuning.
  SAP Community: Engage with the SAP Community forums for insights from other users who may have encountered similar issues.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to diagnose and resolve the RSDD142 error in your SAP BW environment.