How To Fix RSDMD226 - In table &2, feature '&1' is not consistent with table &3

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: RSDMD - Messages for master data

• Message number: 226

• Message text: In table &2, feature '&1' is not consistent with table &3

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message RSDMD226 - In table &2, feature '&1' is not consistent with table &3 ?

  The SAP error message RSDMD226 indicates that there is an inconsistency in the data model related to a feature in a specific table. This error typically arises in the context of SAP BW (Business Warehouse) or SAP HANA when there are discrepancies between the metadata definitions of InfoObjects, InfoProviders, or other related structures.
  Cause:
  The error message RSDMD226 can occur due to several reasons:
  
  Inconsistent Metadata: The feature defined in the InfoObject or InfoProvider does not match the expected structure or definition in the related table.
  Changes in Data Model: If there have been recent changes to the data model (like adding or modifying InfoObjects), it may lead to inconsistencies.
  Transport Issues: If the changes were transported from one system to another (e.g., from development to production), and the transport did not include all necessary objects or was not executed correctly.
  Data Source Issues: If the data source or the underlying database structure has changed without corresponding updates in the BW model.
  
  Solution:
  To resolve the RSDMD226 error, you can follow these steps:
  
  
  Check Metadata Consistency:
  
  Use transaction code RSA1 to access the Data Warehousing Workbench.
  Navigate to the InfoObject or InfoProvider that is causing the issue and check its properties and features.
  Ensure that the feature definitions are consistent with the underlying tables.
  
  
  
  Re-activate the InfoObject:
  
  Sometimes, simply reactivating the InfoObject can resolve inconsistencies. Right-click on the InfoObject and select "Activate".
  
  
  
  Check for Transport Issues:
  
  If the issue arose after a transport, verify that all related objects were included in the transport request and that the transport was successful.
  
  
  
  Use the Consistency Check:
  
  In the Data Warehousing Workbench, you can perform a consistency check on the InfoProvider or InfoObject to identify and fix inconsistencies.
  
  
  
  Review Change Logs:
  
  If recent changes were made, review the change logs to identify what modifications might have led to the inconsistency.
  
  
  
  Consult SAP Notes:
  
  Check the SAP Support Portal for any relevant SAP Notes that might address this specific error or provide additional troubleshooting steps.
  
  
  
  Seek Help from SAP Support:
  
  If the issue persists after trying the above steps, consider reaching out to SAP Support for further assistance.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: 
  
  RSA1: Data Warehousing Workbench
  RSD1: InfoObject Maintenance
  RSD3: InfoProvider Maintenance
  
  
  Documentation: Review SAP documentation related to InfoObjects and InfoProviders for best practices in maintaining metadata consistency.
  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 identify and resolve the inconsistency causing the RSDMD226 error.