How To Fix RSDF_GENERATOR025 - Compound characteristics &1 to &2 must also be in the list

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: RSDF_GENERATOR - Messages for Data Flow Wizard

• Message number: 025

• Message text: Compound characteristics &1 to &2 must also be in the list

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message RSDF_GENERATOR025 - Compound characteristics &1 to &2 must also be in the list ?

  The SAP error message RSDF_GENERATOR025 typically occurs in the context of Data Warehousing, particularly when working with InfoObjects and DataSources in SAP BW (Business Warehouse). This error indicates that when you are trying to create or modify a DataSource or InfoObject, certain compound characteristics (which are essentially characteristics that are derived from other characteristics) must be included in the list of characteristics being used.
  Cause:
  The error arises when you attempt to use a compound characteristic in a DataSource or InfoObject definition without including all of its underlying characteristics. Compound characteristics are dependent on their base characteristics, and SAP requires that all base characteristics be included in the definition to ensure data integrity and proper reporting.
  Solution:
  To resolve this error, you need to ensure that all the underlying characteristics of the compound characteristic are included in your DataSource or InfoObject definition. Here are the steps to do this:
  
  
  Identify the Compound Characteristics: Check the error message for the specific compound characteristics mentioned (e.g., &1 to &2). 
  
  
  Find Base Characteristics: Determine which base characteristics are associated with the compound characteristics. You can do this by checking the definition of the compound characteristic in the SAP BW system.
  
  
  Modify the DataSource or InfoObject:
  
  Open the DataSource or InfoObject in the SAP BW modeling tools.
  Ensure that all the required base characteristics are included in the list of characteristics for the DataSource or InfoObject.
  Save your changes.
  
  
  
  Re-activate the DataSource or InfoObject: After making the necessary changes, you may need to re-activate the DataSource or InfoObject to ensure that the changes take effect.
  
  
  Test the Changes: After re-activating, test the DataSource or InfoObject to ensure that the error no longer occurs and that data is being processed correctly.
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Compound Characteristics: These are used in SAP BW to simplify reporting by combining multiple characteristics into a single entity. They are useful for creating hierarchies or for reporting purposes.
  DataSource: A DataSource in SAP BW is a structure that defines how data is extracted from a source system. It can be based on various types of data sources, including SAP ERP, flat files, or other databases.
  InfoObject: An InfoObject is a fundamental building block in SAP BW that represents a characteristic or key figure. It is used to store data in the BW system.
  
  If you continue to experience issues after following these steps, consider consulting SAP documentation or reaching out to your SAP support team for further assistance.