How To Fix RSDD_LTIP_METADATA026 - Reference characteristic &1 in dimension &2 does not actively exist in BW

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: RSDD_LTIP_METADATA - OLAP Index Metadata

• Message number: 026

• Message text: Reference characteristic &1 in dimension &2 does not actively exist in BW

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message RSDD_LTIP_METADATA026 - Reference characteristic &1 in dimension &2 does not actively exist in BW ?

  The SAP error message RSDD_LTIP_METADATA026 indicates that there is a reference characteristic in a dimension that does not actively exist in the SAP BW (Business Warehouse) system. This typically occurs when a characteristic that is supposed to be linked to a dimension is either not activated, deleted, or not properly defined in the InfoObject.
  Cause:
  
  Inactive Characteristic: The characteristic referenced in the error message is not activated in the BW system.
  Deleted Characteristic: The characteristic may have been deleted or is no longer available in the system.
  Incorrect Configuration: There may be a misconfiguration in the InfoObject or the dimension that references the characteristic.
  Transport Issues: If the InfoObject was transported from another system, it may not have been transported correctly, leading to inconsistencies.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check Characteristic Activation:
  
  Go to the InfoObject maintenance transaction (e.g., RSD1) and check if the characteristic is active. If it is inactive, activate it.
  
  
  
  Verify Existence:
  
  Ensure that the characteristic exists in the system. If it has been deleted, you may need to recreate it or adjust the dimension to remove the reference.
  
  
  
  Review Dimension Configuration:
  
  Check the configuration of the dimension that is causing the error. Ensure that all referenced characteristics are correctly defined and active.
  
  
  
  Transport Check:
  
  If the issue arose after a transport, verify that all necessary objects were included in the transport request and that they were imported correctly.
  
  
  
  Rebuild the Dimension:
  
  If the problem persists, consider rebuilding the dimension or the InfoObject to ensure that all references are correctly set up.
  
  
  
  Check for Dependencies:
  
  Look for any dependencies or relationships that might be affecting the characteristic or dimension. Ensure that all related objects are in sync.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  
  Transaction Codes:
  
  RSD1: InfoObject maintenance
  RSD5: InfoProvider maintenance
  RSA1: Data Warehousing Workbench
  
  
  
  Documentation: Refer to SAP Help documentation for detailed information on InfoObjects and dimensions.
  
  
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that might address known issues related to this error message.
  
  
  Support: If the issue cannot be resolved, consider reaching out to SAP support for further assistance, providing them with the error details and any troubleshooting steps you have already taken.
  
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify and resolve the issue related to the error message RSDD_LTIP_METADATA026 in your SAP BW system.