How To Fix RSDMD227 - Invalid version OBJVERS = '&1' and CHANGED = '&2' in tables (SID,P,Q)

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: RSDMD - Messages for master data

• Message number: 227

• Message text: Invalid version OBJVERS = '&1' and CHANGED = '&2' in tables (SID,P,Q)

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message RSDMD227 - Invalid version OBJVERS = '&1' and CHANGED = '&2' in tables (SID,P,Q) ?

  The SAP error message RSDMD227 indicates an issue with the versioning of a data model object in the context of SAP BW (Business Warehouse). The message typically arises when there is a mismatch in the object version (OBJVERS) and the change indicator (CHANGED) for a specific object in the metadata tables.
  Cause:
  
  Invalid Object Version: The error suggests that the version of the object being referenced is not valid. This can happen if the object has been deleted, or if there is a mismatch between the version stored in the database and the version expected by the system.
  Inconsistent Metadata: The metadata for the object may be inconsistent, possibly due to manual changes, transport issues, or system upgrades that did not complete successfully.
  Data Model Changes: If there have been recent changes to the data model (like changes to InfoObjects, InfoProviders, etc.), it may lead to this error if the changes were not properly activated or if there are references to outdated versions.
  
  Solution:
  
  Check Object Version: Verify the version of the object in question. You can do this by checking the relevant tables (like RSD1, RSD3, etc.) to see if the object exists and what its current version is.
  Re-activate the Object: If the object is found to be inconsistent, try reactivating it. This can often resolve issues related to versioning.
  Transport Issues: If the issue arose after a transport, check the transport logs for any errors or warnings that might indicate problems with the object.
  Consistency Check: Run consistency checks on the data model. In SAP BW, you can use transaction codes like RSA1 to access the Data Warehousing Workbench and perform consistency checks.
  Delete and Recreate: As a last resort, if the object is corrupted and cannot be fixed, you may need to delete the object and recreate it. Ensure you have backups and that this action is compliant with your organization's data governance policies.
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Use transaction codes like RSA1 (Data Warehousing Workbench), RSD1 (InfoObject Maintenance), and RSD3 (InfoProvider Maintenance) to manage and troubleshoot objects.
  SAP Notes: Check SAP Notes for any known issues related to this error message. SAP frequently updates its knowledge base with solutions to common problems.
  System Logs: Review system logs (transaction SLG1) for any additional error messages or warnings that may provide more context about the issue.
  Support: If the issue persists, consider reaching out to SAP support for assistance, especially if it is impacting production systems.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the root cause of the RSDMD227 error and implement a solution to resolve it.