How To Fix RSDMD216 - XXL record &1 has illegal assignment of values

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: RSDMD - Messages for master data

• Message number: 216

• Message text: XXL record &1 has illegal assignment of values

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message RSDMD216 - XXL record &1 has illegal assignment of values ?

  The SAP error message RSDMD216, which states "XXL record &1 has illegal assignment of values," typically occurs in the context of data modeling in SAP BW (Business Warehouse) or SAP BW/4HANA. This error indicates that there is an issue with the assignment of values in a data record that exceeds the allowed limits or does not conform to the expected structure.
  Cause:
  
  Data Type Mismatch: The data being loaded into the InfoObject may not match the expected data type. For example, trying to load a string into a numeric field.
  Length Exceedance: The length of the data being loaded exceeds the defined length of the InfoObject.
  Invalid Character: The data may contain invalid characters that are not allowed in the target field.
  Incorrect Mapping: There may be an issue with how the data is mapped from the source to the target InfoObject.
  
  Solution:
  
  Check Data Types: Verify that the data types of the source and target InfoObjects match. Ensure that numeric fields are not receiving string values and vice versa.
  Review Field Lengths: Check the length of the data being loaded against the defined lengths of the InfoObjects. If necessary, adjust the data or modify the InfoObject definition to accommodate the data.
  Validate Data: Inspect the data being loaded for any invalid characters or formats. Cleanse the data to ensure it meets the requirements of the target InfoObject.
  Mapping Review: Review the mapping configuration in the transformation or data flow to ensure that the data is being correctly assigned to the appropriate fields.
  Use Data Preview: Utilize the data preview feature in the DataSource or transformation to identify problematic records before loading them into the target InfoObject.
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: You may use transaction codes like RSA1 (Data Warehousing Workbench) to access InfoObjects and transformations.
  DataSource and Transformation: Check the DataSource and transformation rules to ensure they are correctly set up.
  SAP Notes: Look for relevant SAP Notes that may address specific issues related to this error message.
  Logs and Traces: Review the logs and traces for more detailed information about the error, which can help in diagnosing the root cause.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify and resolve the issue causing the RSDMD216 error in your SAP BW environment.