How To Fix RSDMD272 - Char. &: Chain of changed intervals: & overlapping (show max. 25):

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: RSDMD - Messages for master data

• Message number: 272

• Message text: Char. &: Chain of changed intervals: & overlapping (show max. 25):

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message RSDMD272 - Char. &: Chain of changed intervals: & overlapping (show max. 25): ?

  The SAP error message RSDMD272 typically occurs in the context of SAP BW (Business Warehouse) when there are issues related to the data loading process, particularly with characteristics and their intervals. This error indicates that there are overlapping intervals for a characteristic, which can lead to ambiguity in data processing.
  Cause:
  The error message RSDMD272 is triggered when:
  
  Overlapping Time Intervals: There are multiple intervals defined for a characteristic that overlap with each other. For example, if you have two intervals for a date characteristic where one interval covers January 1 to January 10 and another covers January 5 to January 15, this would create an overlap.
  Incorrect Data Modeling: The data model may not be correctly defined, leading to conflicts in the intervals assigned to characteristics.
  Data Inconsistencies: There may be inconsistencies in the data being loaded, which can cause the intervals to overlap.
  
  Solution:
  To resolve the RSDMD272 error, you can take the following steps:
  
  
  Check the Characteristic Definition:
  
  Go to the characteristic in the SAP BW modeling tools and review the intervals defined for it.
  Ensure that there are no overlapping intervals. If overlaps exist, modify the intervals to ensure they are distinct.
  
  
  
  Adjust the Data Model:
  
  If the characteristic is part of a data model (e.g., InfoObject, InfoCube), review the model to ensure that the intervals are correctly defined and do not conflict with each other.
  
  
  
  Data Cleanup:
  
  If the error is due to data inconsistencies, perform a data cleanup. This may involve correcting the source data or adjusting the data transformation rules to prevent overlaps.
  
  
  
  Testing:
  
  After making the necessary adjustments, test the data loading process again to ensure that the error does not reoccur.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Refer to SAP documentation or help resources for specific guidelines on defining intervals for characteristics in your version of SAP BW.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  SAP Notes: Check SAP Notes for any known issues or patches related to this error message.
  SAP Community: Engage with the SAP Community forums to see if other users have encountered similar issues and what solutions they have found.
  Data Modeling Best Practices: Familiarize yourself with best practices for data modeling in SAP BW to avoid similar issues in the future.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify and resolve the cause of the RSDMD272 error in your SAP BW environment.