How To Fix RSDD423 - '&3': Specify aggregation level '*' for characteristic &1 or attribute &2

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: RSDD - Message class for data manager

• Message number: 423

• Message text: '&3': Specify aggregation level '*' for characteristic &1 or attribute &2

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message RSDD423 - '&3': Specify aggregation level '*' for characteristic &1 or attribute &2 ?

  The SAP error message RSDD423 indicates that there is an issue with the aggregation level in a query or report that involves characteristics or attributes in SAP BW (Business Warehouse). This error typically arises when the system expects a specific aggregation level to be defined for a characteristic or attribute, but it is not specified correctly.
  Cause:
  
  Missing Aggregation Level: The error occurs when the aggregation level for a characteristic (e.g., a dimension in a cube) or an attribute is not defined or is incorrectly specified.
  Incorrect Query Design: The query may be designed in such a way that it does not align with the data model, leading to confusion about which aggregation level should be used.
  Data Model Changes: If there have been recent changes to the data model (e.g., changes in InfoObjects, InfoCubes, or MultiProviders), the query may not have been updated accordingly.
  
  Solution:
  
  Check Aggregation Levels: Go to the relevant InfoObject or InfoCube and check the aggregation levels defined for the characteristic or attribute in question. Ensure that the correct aggregation level is specified.
  Update Query Design: If the query is not aligned with the data model, you may need to adjust the query design in the Query Designer. Make sure that the characteristics and attributes used in the query are correctly set up with their respective aggregation levels.
  Rebuild Aggregation Levels: If necessary, you can rebuild the aggregation levels for the InfoObject or InfoCube. This may involve reprocessing the data or adjusting the settings in the data model.
  Check for Changes: If there have been recent changes to the data model, ensure that all dependent queries and reports are updated to reflect those changes.
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: You can use transaction codes like RSA1 (Data Warehousing Workbench) to check InfoObjects and InfoCubes, and RSRT (Query Monitor) to test queries.
  Documentation: Refer to SAP Help documentation for detailed information on aggregation levels and how they work in BW.
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that may address specific issues related to this error message or provide additional guidance.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the RSDD423 error and ensure that your queries and reports function correctly in SAP BW.