How To Fix RSDF_GENERATOR028 - Compound characteristic &1 must be a characteristic

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: RSDF_GENERATOR - Messages for Data Flow Wizard

• Message number: 028

• Message text: Compound characteristic &1 must be a characteristic

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message RSDF_GENERATOR028 - Compound characteristic &1 must be a characteristic ?

  The SAP error message RSDF_GENERATOR028 indicates that there is an issue with a compound characteristic in your data flow or InfoObject configuration. Specifically, the error message states that the compound characteristic (denoted as &1) must be a characteristic, but it is not recognized as such in the current context.
  Cause:
  
  Incorrect Configuration: The compound characteristic you are trying to use may not be defined correctly in the system. It might be set up as a non-characteristic object or not defined at all.
  Data Flow Issues: The data flow or transformation logic may be incorrectly referencing the compound characteristic, leading to this error.
  Missing or Inactive Characteristics: The characteristic that is part of the compound characteristic may be missing or inactive in the system.
  
  Solution:
  
  Check the Definition: Go to the SAP BW modeling tools and check the definition of the compound characteristic. Ensure that it is correctly defined and that all underlying characteristics are active and correctly configured.
  Validate Characteristics: Ensure that all characteristics that make up the compound characteristic are valid and exist in the system. If any characteristic is missing or inactive, you will need to address that.
  Review Data Flow: Check the data flow or transformation that is using the compound characteristic. Make sure that it is being referenced correctly and that the logic is appropriate.
  Recreate the Compound Characteristic: If the issue persists, consider deleting and recreating the compound characteristic to ensure that it is set up correctly.
  Check Authorizations: Ensure that you have the necessary authorizations to access and modify the characteristics and data flows involved.
  
  Related Information:
  
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that might address this specific error or provide additional troubleshooting steps.
  Documentation: Refer to the SAP BW documentation for more information on compound characteristics and their configuration.
  Community Forums: Consider searching or posting in SAP community forums for insights from other users who may have encountered similar issues.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify and resolve the issue causing the RSDF_GENERATOR028 error message.