How To Fix RSDME704 - Mapping for ODS Field &1 is invalid

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: RSDME -

• Message number: 704

• Message text: Mapping for ODS Field &1 is invalid

What causes this issue?

Cannot map a single ODS field to an updateble mining column and a
constant value at the same time.,,,,,,

System Response

The system issues an error message and will not allow you to continue with this transaction until the error is resolved.

How to fix this error?

Correct the mapping for the ODS field in the ODS mapping screen.

Procedure for System Administrators

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message RSDME704 - Mapping for ODS Field &1 is invalid ?

  The SAP error message RSDME704 indicates that there is an issue with the mapping of a field in an Operational Data Store (ODS) object. This error typically arises during the data modeling or data loading processes in SAP BW (Business Warehouse) when the system cannot find a valid mapping for a specified field.
  Cause:
  
  Field Mapping Issues: The field specified in the error message (&1) may not be correctly mapped to the corresponding field in the source system or the data model.
  Data Source Changes: If there have been changes in the data source (like a change in the structure of the underlying database or data source), the mappings may become invalid.
  Field Deletion: The field may have been deleted or renamed in the ODS or the source system.
  Inconsistent Data Types: There may be a mismatch in data types between the source field and the target ODS field.
  Transport Issues: If the ODS was transported from one system to another, the mappings may not have been correctly transported.
  
  Solution:
  
  Check Field Mapping: Go to the ODS object in the SAP BW modeling environment and verify the field mappings. Ensure that the field specified in the error message is correctly mapped to the corresponding source field.
  Update Data Source: If the data source has changed, update the ODS object to reflect the new structure. This may involve re-mapping fields or adjusting the data source settings.
  Field Existence: Ensure that the field exists in both the source and target systems. If it has been renamed or deleted, update the mappings accordingly.
  Data Type Consistency: Check the data types of the fields involved. Ensure that they are compatible and make any necessary adjustments.
  Re-activate ODS: Sometimes, re-activating the ODS object can resolve mapping issues. This can be done in the SAP BW modeling tools.
  Check Transport Logs: If the ODS was transported, check the transport logs for any errors or warnings that may indicate issues with the mapping.
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: You can use transaction codes like RSA1 (Data Warehousing Workbench) to access the ODS object and check the mappings.
  Documentation: Refer to SAP documentation for detailed information on ODS objects and field mapping.
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that may address specific issues related to the RSDME704 error message.
  Community Forums: SAP Community and other forums can be helpful for finding similar issues and solutions shared by other users.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify and resolve the cause of the RSDME704 error message in your SAP BW environment.