How To Fix RSDME227 - Value (&1) is not a valid entry

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: RSDME -

• Message number: 227

• Message text: Value (&1) is not a valid entry

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message RSDME227 - Value (&1) is not a valid entry ?

  The SAP error message RSDME227, which states "Value (&1) is not a valid entry," typically occurs in the context of data modeling or reporting within SAP BW (Business Warehouse) or SAP HANA. This error indicates that the value being entered or selected does not match any of the valid entries defined in the system for a particular characteristic or field.
  Causes:
  
  Invalid Input: The value entered does not exist in the master data or is not valid for the characteristic being used.
  Data Model Changes: Changes in the data model or master data that have not been updated or reflected in the reporting or query environment.
  Authorization Issues: The user may not have the necessary authorizations to view or access the specific values.
  Data Type Mismatch: The value may not conform to the expected data type (e.g., entering a string where a number is expected).
  Incorrect Query Design: The query may be incorrectly designed, leading to the selection of invalid values.
  
  Solutions:
  
  Check Valid Values: Verify the valid entries for the characteristic in question. You can do this by checking the master data or the characteristic values in the SAP BW system.
  Update Master Data: If the value should be valid but is not present, consider updating the master data to include the missing value.
  Review Query Design: If the error occurs in a query, review the query design to ensure that it is correctly set up to pull valid values.
  Authorization Check: Ensure that the user has the necessary authorizations to access the data. This can be checked in the user roles and authorizations.
  Data Type Validation: Ensure that the value being entered matches the expected data type for the characteristic.
  Re-activate InfoObjects: If there have been changes to InfoObjects or data models, re-activating them may help resolve inconsistencies.
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: You can use transaction codes like RSA1 (Data Warehousing Workbench) to check InfoObjects and master data.
  Master Data Maintenance: Use transaction RSD1 to maintain and check the characteristics and their values.
  Query Designer: If the error occurs in a query, use the Query Designer to review the query settings and filters.
  SAP Notes: Check SAP Notes for any known issues or patches related to this error message.
  
  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.