How To Fix RSDMD131 - This characteristic does not have a master data table

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: RSDMD - Messages for master data

• Message number: 131

• Message text: This characteristic does not have a master data table

What causes this issue?

You tried to delete a characteristic that does not have any master data
tables.

System Response

No master data tables can therefore be deleted.

How to fix this error?

The system issues an error message and will not allow you to continue with this transaction until the error is resolved.

Procedure for System Administrators

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message RSDMD131 - This characteristic does not have a master data table ?

  The SAP error message RSDMD131 indicates that a characteristic does not have an associated master data table. This typically occurs in the context of SAP BW (Business Warehouse) when you are trying to work with a characteristic that is expected to have master data but does not.
  Cause:
  
  Missing Master Data Table: The characteristic you are trying to use does not have a master data table defined in the system. This can happen if the characteristic was created without specifying a master data table or if the master data table was deleted or not activated.
  Incorrect Configuration: The characteristic may not be properly configured in the InfoObject settings, leading to the absence of a master data table.
  Transport Issues: If the characteristic was transported from another system, the master data table might not have been included in the transport request.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check Characteristic Settings:
  
  Go to the InfoObject maintenance (transaction RSD1).
  Select the characteristic that is causing the error.
  Check the "Master Data" tab to see if a master data table is defined. If not, you may need to create or assign a master data table.
  
  
  
  Create Master Data Table:
  
  If the characteristic is intended to have master data, you can create a master data table by defining the necessary attributes and hierarchies.
  Ensure that the master data table is activated after creation.
  
  
  
  Re-activate the Characteristic:
  
  Sometimes, simply reactivating the characteristic can resolve the issue. You can do this in the InfoObject maintenance screen.
  
  
  
  Check Transport Requests:
  
  If the characteristic was transported, ensure that the transport request included all necessary objects, including the master data table.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Review SAP documentation or notes related to the specific version of SAP BW you are using for any additional guidance or known issues.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  
  Transaction Codes:
  
  RSD1: InfoObject maintenance.
  RSA1: Data Warehousing Workbench, where you can manage InfoObjects and master data.
  
  
  
  SAP Notes: Check SAP Notes for any specific issues or patches related to the error message RSDMD131.
  
  
  SAP Community: Engage with the SAP Community forums for insights from other users who may have encountered similar issues.
  
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the RSDMD131 error and ensure that your characteristic has the necessary master data table associated with it.