How To Fix RSDD714 - ____Characteristic/attribute &3 has incorrect fixed value / hier. nodes

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: RSDD - Message class for data manager

• Message number: 714

• Message text: ____Characteristic/attribute &3 has incorrect fixed value / hier. nodes

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message RSDD714 - ____Characteristic/attribute &3 has incorrect fixed value / hier. nodes ?

  The SAP error message RSDD714 indicates that there is an issue with a characteristic or attribute in a data model, specifically that it has an incorrect fixed value or hierarchy nodes. This error typically arises in the context of SAP BW (Business Warehouse) or SAP BW/4HANA when working with InfoObjects, InfoProviders, or queries.
  Cause:
  
  
  Incorrect Fixed Values: The characteristic or attribute may have fixed values that do not match the expected values defined in the data model. This can happen if the data source has been modified or if there are inconsistencies in the data.
  
  
  Hierarchy Issues: If the characteristic is associated with a hierarchy, the hierarchy nodes may not be correctly defined or may be missing. This can lead to inconsistencies when the system tries to process the data.
  
  
  Data Model Changes: Changes in the data model, such as modifications to InfoObjects or InfoProviders, can lead to this error if the changes are not properly reflected in the data or if the data is not reloaded.
  
  
  Data Loading Issues: If there were issues during the data loading process (e.g., data was not loaded correctly or completely), it can lead to this error.
  
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check Fixed Values: Verify the fixed values defined for the characteristic or attribute. Ensure that they match the expected values in the data source. You can do this by checking the master data for the characteristic.
  
  
  Review Hierarchies: If the characteristic is associated with a hierarchy, check the hierarchy definition. Ensure that all nodes are correctly defined and that there are no missing nodes. You may need to regenerate the hierarchy or reload the hierarchy data.
  
  
  Data Consistency Check: Perform a consistency check on the InfoObject or InfoProvider to identify any inconsistencies. You can use transaction codes like RSA1 (Data Warehousing Workbench) to check for issues.
  
  
  Data Reload: If the issue persists, consider reloading the data for the affected InfoObject or InfoProvider. This can help ensure that all data is consistent and up to date.
  
  
  Check for Changes: If there have been recent changes to the data model, ensure that all related objects are updated accordingly. This includes checking for any dependencies that may have been affected by the changes.
  
  
  Consult Documentation: Review SAP documentation or notes related to the specific error message for additional guidance or known issues.
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Use transaction codes like RSA1 (Data Warehousing Workbench) and RSD1 (InfoObject Maintenance) to manage and troubleshoot InfoObjects and InfoProviders.
  SAP Notes: Check SAP Notes for any specific fixes or recommendations related to the RSDD714 error.
  Support: If the issue cannot be resolved, consider reaching out to SAP support for assistance, providing them with detailed information about the error and the context in which it occurs.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify and resolve the underlying cause of the RSDD714 error in your SAP BW environment.