How To Fix RSDMD279 - Characteristic &1: Invalid initial record in table &2

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: RSDMD - Messages for master data

• Message number: 279

• Message text: Characteristic &1: Invalid initial record in table &2

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message RSDMD279 - Characteristic &1: Invalid initial record in table &2 ?

  The SAP error message RSDMD279 indicates that there is an issue with the initial record in a specific table related to a characteristic in the data model. This error typically arises in the context of SAP BW (Business Warehouse) or SAP BI (Business Intelligence) when there is a problem with the data loading process or the data model configuration.
  Cause:
  
  Invalid Data: The initial record in the specified table may contain invalid or corrupted data that does not conform to the expected format or structure.
  Data Model Configuration: There may be a misconfiguration in the data model, such as incorrect settings for the characteristic or the InfoObject.
  Data Source Issues: The data source from which the data is being loaded may have issues, such as missing or incorrect data.
  Data Type Mismatch: There could be a mismatch between the data types defined in the InfoObject and the actual data being loaded.
  Missing Master Data: If the characteristic relies on master data that is not available or is incomplete, it can lead to this error.
  
  Solution:
  
  Check Data Integrity: Review the data in the specified table to ensure that it is valid and conforms to the expected structure. Look for any anomalies or corruption in the data.
  Validate Configuration: Verify the configuration of the characteristic and the InfoObject in the data model. Ensure that all settings are correct and that the characteristic is properly defined.
  Review Data Source: Check the data source from which the data is being loaded. Ensure that it is providing the correct and complete data.
  Data Type Verification: Ensure that the data types defined in the InfoObject match the data being loaded. If there are discrepancies, correct them.
  Master Data Check: Ensure that all necessary master data is available and complete. If any master data is missing, load it before attempting to load the data again.
  Reprocess Data Load: After addressing the issues, reprocess the data load to see if the error persists.
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: You may use transaction codes like RSA1 (Data Warehousing Workbench) to analyze and manage your data models and InfoObjects.
  Logs and Traces: Check the logs and traces for more detailed error messages that can provide additional context about the issue.
  SAP Notes: Look for relevant SAP Notes in the SAP Support Portal that may address this specific error or provide additional troubleshooting steps.
  Community Forums: Consider checking SAP Community forums or other user groups for similar issues and solutions shared by other users.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify and resolve the cause of the RSDMD279 error in your SAP BW/BI environment.