How To Fix RSDMD266 - Characteristic & : Tables &, & are not consistent: & deviation(s)

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: RSDMD - Messages for master data

• Message number: 266

• Message text: Characteristic & : Tables &, & are not consistent: & deviation(s)

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message RSDMD266 - Characteristic & : Tables &, & are not consistent: & deviation(s) ?

  The SAP error message RSDMD266 indicates that there is an inconsistency between the characteristic and the associated tables in the data model. This typically occurs in the context of SAP BW (Business Warehouse) or SAP BW/4HANA when there are discrepancies in the data definitions or structures.
  Cause:
  
  Inconsistent Data Definitions: The characteristic in question may have different definitions or attributes in the InfoObject and the associated tables (like the master data table or the transaction data table).
  Data Model Changes: Changes made to the data model (like adding or removing attributes, changing data types, etc.) without properly updating all related objects can lead to inconsistencies.
  Transport Issues: If changes were transported from one system to another (e.g., from development to production) and not all related objects were included, this can cause inconsistencies.
  Data Load Issues: Errors during data loading processes can also lead to inconsistencies in the data model.
  
  Solution:
  
  Check the Characteristic Definition: Verify the definition of the characteristic in the InfoObject and ensure it matches the definitions in the associated tables.
  Rebuild the Data Model: If there have been changes to the data model, consider rebuilding the InfoObject or the associated tables to ensure consistency.
  Activate the InfoObject: Sometimes, simply reactivating the InfoObject can resolve inconsistencies. Go to the InfoObject maintenance and activate it again.
  Check for Transport Issues: Ensure that all related objects were transported correctly. If not, transport the missing objects.
  Data Consistency Check: Use transaction codes like RSA1 (Data Warehousing Workbench) to perform consistency checks on the data model.
  Repair the Data: If there are specific deviations reported, you may need to manually correct the data in the affected tables.
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Use RSA1 for data modeling and checking, and RSD1 for InfoObject maintenance.
  SAP Notes: Check SAP Notes related to RSDMD266 for any specific patches or updates that may address this issue.
  Documentation: Refer to SAP Help documentation for detailed information on InfoObjects and data modeling in BW.
  Support: If the issue persists, consider reaching out to SAP support for assistance, especially if it involves complex data models or custom developments.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify and resolve the inconsistency causing the RSDMD266 error message.