How To Fix RSDD_LTIP_METADATA031 - Reference char. &3 not active in BW (dimension: &1, attribute: &2)

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: RSDD_LTIP_METADATA - OLAP Index Metadata

• Message number: 031

• Message text: Reference char. &3 not active in BW (dimension: &1, attribute: &2)

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message RSDD_LTIP_METADATA031 - Reference char. &3 not active in BW (dimension: &1, attribute: &2) ?

  The SAP error message RSDD_LTIP_METADATA031 indicates that a reference characteristic (or attribute) is not active in the context of a specific dimension in SAP BW (Business Warehouse). This error typically arises when you are trying to use a characteristic that has not been properly activated or is not available in the data model you are working with.
  Cause:
  
  Inactive Reference Characteristic: The reference characteristic (indicated by &3) is not active in the InfoObject or the dimension you are working with.
  Missing Activation: The characteristic may have been created but not activated, or it may have been deactivated.
  Data Model Changes: Changes in the data model, such as modifications to InfoObjects or dimensions, can lead to inconsistencies if not properly managed.
  Transport Issues: If the InfoObject was transported from one system to another, it may not have been activated in the target system.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Activate the Reference Characteristic:
  
  Go to the InfoObject maintenance transaction (e.g., RSD1).
  Find the reference characteristic (&3) and check its status.
  If it is inactive, activate it.
  
  
  
  Check the Dimension:
  
  Navigate to the dimension where the error occurred (e.g., using transaction RSA1).
  Ensure that the reference characteristic is included in the dimension and is active.
  
  
  
  Rebuild the Data Model:
  
  If you have made changes to the InfoObject or dimension, consider rebuilding the data model to ensure all components are synchronized.
  You can do this by reactivating the InfoProvider or the entire data model.
  
  
  
  Transport Check:
  
  If the issue arose after a transport, verify that all necessary objects were transported and activated in the target system.
  
  
  
  Check for Dependencies:
  
  Ensure that there are no dependencies or settings that might prevent the reference characteristic from being active.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes:
  
  RSD1: InfoObject maintenance.
  RSA1: Data Warehousing Workbench.
  
  
  Documentation: Refer to SAP Help documentation for detailed steps on managing InfoObjects and dimensions.
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that might address specific issues related to this error message.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the error and ensure that the reference characteristic is active and usable in your BW environment.