How To Fix RSDMD259 - Characteristic & : Following versions are incorrect: (Display max. 50)

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: RSDMD - Messages for master data

• Message number: 259

• Message text: Characteristic & : Following versions are incorrect: (Display max. 50)

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message RSDMD259 - Characteristic & : Following versions are incorrect: (Display max. 50) ?

  The SAP error message RSDMD259 typically indicates that there is an issue with the characteristics in your InfoObject or InfoProvider. This error message is related to the data model in SAP BW (Business Warehouse) and usually arises when there are inconsistencies or issues with the versions of the characteristics being used.
  Cause:
  
  Inconsistent Versions: The error suggests that there are multiple versions of a characteristic that are not compatible or have not been properly defined.
  Data Model Changes: Changes made to the data model, such as modifications to InfoObjects or InfoProviders, can lead to inconsistencies.
  Transport Issues: If changes were transported from one system to another (e.g., from development to production), there may be discrepancies in the versions of the characteristics.
  Missing or Incorrect Attributes: The characteristics may be missing required attributes or may have incorrect settings.
  
  Solution:
  
  Check Characteristic Versions: Review the characteristics mentioned in the error message. Ensure that the versions are correctly defined and consistent across the relevant InfoObjects and InfoProviders.
  Re-activate InfoObjects: Sometimes, re-activating the InfoObjects can resolve inconsistencies. Go to the InfoObject maintenance and re-activate the affected characteristics.
  Check Transport Requests: If the issue arose after a transport, check the transport requests to ensure that all necessary objects were included and correctly transported.
  Consistency Check: Use the SAP BW consistency check tools to identify and resolve inconsistencies in the data model.
  Review Data Model Changes: If there were recent changes to the data model, review those changes to ensure they were implemented correctly.
  Consult Documentation: Refer to SAP documentation or notes related to the specific characteristics and their versions for any known issues or additional guidance.
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: You may use transaction codes like RSA1 (Data Warehousing Workbench) to access InfoObjects and InfoProviders for troubleshooting.
  SAP Notes: Check SAP Notes for any known issues related to the specific characteristics or error message.
  SAP Community: Engage with the SAP Community forums for insights from other users who may have encountered similar issues.
  
  If the problem persists after trying the above solutions, it may be beneficial to consult with your SAP Basis or BW team for further investigation.