How To Fix RSDMD038 - Characteristic &1 is only partially RSPM migrated

RSDMD038 - Overview

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: RSDMD - Messages for master data

• Message number: 038

• Message text: Characteristic &1 is only partially RSPM migrated

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message RSDMD038 - Characteristic &1 is only partially RSPM migrated ?

  The SAP error message RSDMD038 indicates that a characteristic in the SAP BW (Business Warehouse) system is only partially migrated to the new RSPM (Reporting and Analysis for SAP BW) format. This typically occurs during the migration process from older versions of SAP BW to newer ones, where certain characteristics may not have been fully converted or updated to the new structure.
  
  Cause:
  
  Partial Migration: The characteristic was not fully migrated during the RSPM migration process. This can happen if there were issues during the migration or if the characteristic was not properly configured.
  Inconsistent Data: There may be inconsistencies in the data model or the characteristic's settings that prevent it from being fully migrated.
  Version Compatibility: The characteristic may be using features or settings that are not compatible with the new RSPM structure.
  
  
  Solution:
  
  Check Migration Status: Use transaction code RSPM to check the migration status of the characteristic. Ensure that all necessary steps have