How To Fix RSDMD061 - Characteristic &1 not found

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: RSDMD - Messages for master data

• Message number: 061

• Message text: Characteristic &1 not found

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message RSDMD061 - Characteristic &1 not found ?

  The SAP error message RSDMD061, which states "Characteristic &1 not found," typically occurs in the context of SAP BW (Business Warehouse) or SAP BI (Business Intelligence) when a characteristic (dimension) that is expected to be present in a data model, InfoObject, or query is missing or not recognized by the system.
  Causes:
  
  Missing InfoObject: The characteristic specified in the error message may not exist in the InfoObject catalog or may have been deleted.
  Incorrect Naming: There may be a typo or mismatch in the name of the characteristic being referenced.
  Transport Issues: If the characteristic was recently transported from one system to another (e.g., from development to production), it may not have been included in the transport request.
  Activation Issues: The characteristic may not be activated in the InfoObject or may be in a state that prevents it from being recognized.
  Data Model Changes: Changes in the data model or InfoProvider that affect the availability of the characteristic.
  
  Solutions:
  
  Check InfoObject Existence: Verify that the characteristic exists in the InfoObject catalog. You can do this by navigating to the InfoObjects in the SAP BW modeling tools.
  Correct Naming: Ensure that the name of the characteristic is spelled correctly and matches the expected name in the query or data model.
  Transport Check: If the characteristic was recently transported, check the transport logs to ensure it was included and successfully imported into the target system.
  Activation: If the characteristic exists but is not activated, activate it in the InfoObject maintenance screen.
  Rebuild Queries: If the characteristic is part of a query, try to rebuild or refresh the query to ensure it recognizes the current state of the data model.
  Check Data Model: Review any recent changes made to the data model or InfoProvider that may have affected the characteristic's availability.
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: You can use transaction codes like RSA1 (Data Warehousing Workbench) to access InfoObjects and check their status.
  Documentation: Refer to SAP documentation for detailed information on InfoObjects and characteristics.
  SAP Notes: Check SAP Notes for any known issues or patches related to this error message.
  Support: If the issue persists, consider reaching out to SAP support for further assistance.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the cause of the RSDMD061 error and implement a solution to resolve it.