How To Fix RSDDB358 - New characteristic values exist for InfoObject '&1'

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: RSDDB - BIA Index Objects: Activate, Fill, Delete

• Message number: 358

• Message text: New characteristic values exist for InfoObject '&1'

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message RSDDB358 - New characteristic values exist for InfoObject '&1' ?

  The SAP error message RSDDB358 indicates that there are new characteristic values for an InfoObject that have not yet been processed or updated in the relevant data model. This typically occurs in the context of SAP BW (Business Warehouse) when new data is loaded into the system, and the InfoObject in question has new values that are not recognized by the existing data model.
  Cause:
  
  New Characteristic Values: The error arises when new values for a characteristic (InfoObject) are found in the data being loaded, but these values have not been added to the master data table for that InfoObject.
  Master Data Not Updated: The master data for the InfoObject has not been updated to include these new values, which leads to inconsistencies during data processing.
  Data Load Issues: The data load process may not have been completed successfully, or there may be issues with the data source.
  
  Solution:
  To resolve the RSDDB358 error, you can follow these steps:
  
  
  Update Master Data:
  
  Go to the transaction code RSD1 (InfoObject maintenance).
  Select the InfoObject that is causing the error.
  Check the master data for the InfoObject and ensure that it includes the new characteristic values.
  If necessary, manually add the new values to the master data.
  
  
  
  Run the Master Data Update:
  
  If you have a large number of new values, you may want to run a master data update. This can be done through the Data Warehousing Workbench or by using the relevant data load process.
  Use the transaction code RSA1 to access the Data Warehousing Workbench, and then navigate to the InfoObject and execute the master data load.
  
  
  
  Check Data Load Process:
  
  Review the data load process to ensure that it is configured correctly and that there are no errors in the data source.
  Check the process chain or data transfer process (DTP) that is responsible for loading the data into the InfoObject.
  
  
  
  Reprocess the Data Load:
  
  After updating the master data, reprocess the data load to ensure that the new values are recognized and processed correctly.
  
  
  
  Check for Data Consistency:
  
  After resolving the issue, ensure that the data is consistent and that there are no further errors related to the InfoObject.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes:
  
  RSD1: InfoObject maintenance
  RSA1: Data Warehousing Workbench
  RSMO: Monitor Data Load
  
  
  Documentation: Refer to SAP Help documentation for detailed information on InfoObjects, master data management, and data loading processes in SAP BW.
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that may address specific issues related to this error message or provide additional troubleshooting steps.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the RSDDB358 error and ensure that your InfoObject is updated with the new characteristic values.