How To Fix RSDHA438 - Time dependent virtual infoObject '&1' not supported

RSDHA438 - Overview

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: RSDHA - HANA Analysis in BW

• Message number: 438

• Message text: Time dependent virtual infoObject '&1' not supported

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message RSDHA438 - Time dependent virtual infoObject '&1' not supported ?

  The SAP error message RSDHA438 indicates that you are trying to use a time-dependent virtual InfoObject in a context where it is not supported. This typically occurs in SAP BW (Business Warehouse) when working with InfoObjects that have time-dependent attributes or characteristics.
  
  Cause:
  
  Time Dependency: The InfoObject you are trying to use is defined as time-dependent, meaning it has attributes that change over time (e.g., valid from and valid to dates).
  Context Limitations: The context in which you are trying to use this InfoObject does not support time-dependent characteristics. For example, certain queries or data models may not be designed to handle time-dependent data.
  Virtual InfoObject: The error specifically mentions a "virtual InfoObject," which means that the InfoObject is not physically stored in the database but is derived from other data sources. Time-dependent virtual InfoObjects may have additional restrictions.
  
  
  Solution:
  
  Check InfoObject Settings: Review the settings of the InfoObject in question. Ensure that it is correctly