How To Fix RSDHA489 - No valid start or end date

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: RSDHA - HANA Analysis in BW

• Message number: 489

• Message text: No valid start or end date

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message RSDHA489 - No valid start or end date ?

  The SAP error message RSDHA489 ("No valid start or end date") typically occurs in the context of SAP BW (Business Warehouse) when dealing with InfoObjects, especially when you are trying to activate or use a characteristic that has date-dependent data.
  Cause:
  This error usually arises due to one of the following reasons:
  
  
  Missing Validity Dates: The InfoObject or characteristic you are trying to use does not have valid start or end dates defined. This can happen if the dates are not set or if they are set incorrectly.
  
  
  Incorrect Date Format: The dates may be in an incorrect format or not recognized by the system.
  
  
  Data Model Issues: There may be issues with the data model or the way the InfoObject is configured, leading to inconsistencies in date handling.
  
  
  Master Data Issues: If the master data for the InfoObject is incomplete or not properly maintained, it can lead to this error.
  
  
  Solution:
  To resolve the RSDHA489 error, you can take the following steps:
  
  
  Check InfoObject Settings:
  
  Go to the InfoObject maintenance transaction (e.g., RSD1).
  Select the InfoObject that is causing the error and check its attributes.
  Ensure that the validity dates (start date and end date) are correctly defined.
  
  
  
  Maintain Validity Dates:
  
  If the validity dates are missing, you can add them in the InfoObject maintenance screen.
  Make sure that the start date is earlier than the end date.
  
  
  
  Review Master Data:
  
  Check the master data for the InfoObject to ensure that all entries have valid dates.
  If necessary, update or correct the master data entries.
  
  
  
  Check Data Model:
  
  Review the data model to ensure that there are no inconsistencies or errors in the configuration of the InfoObject.
  
  
  
  Re-activate the InfoObject:
  
  After making the necessary changes, try to re-activate the InfoObject to see if the error persists.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  If the issue continues, refer to SAP documentation or support for more specific guidance related to your version of SAP BW.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: RSD1 (InfoObject maintenance), RSA1 (Data Warehousing Workbench).
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that might address this specific error or provide additional troubleshooting steps.
  Community Forums: SAP Community and other forums can be helpful for finding similar issues faced by other users and their solutions.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify and resolve the cause of the RSDHA489 error in your SAP BW environment.