How To Fix RSDF_GENERATOR018 - Classify one characteristic only as the primary characteristic

RSDF_GENERATOR018 - Overview

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: RSDF_GENERATOR - Messages for Data Flow Wizard

• Message number: 018

• Message text: Classify one characteristic only as the primary characteristic

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message RSDF_GENERATOR018 - Classify one characteristic only as the primary characteristic ?

  The SAP error message RSDF_GENERATOR018 indicates that when you are trying to create or modify a DataSource in SAP BW (Business Warehouse), you have not specified a primary characteristic for the classification of the data. This is a common issue when working with DataSources that require a clear definition of how data should be categorized.
  
  Cause:
  The primary cause of this error is that the system requires at least one characteristic to be designated as the primary characteristic for the DataSource. This characteristic is essential for the classification of the data being extracted and loaded into the BW system. Without a primary characteristic, the system cannot determine how to organize or interpret the data.
  
  Solution:
  To resolve this error, you need to follow these steps:
  
  
  Access the DataSource Definition: Go to the DataSource definition in the SAP BW system where you encountered the error.
  
  
  Identify Characteristics: Review the list of characteristics associated with the DataSource. You