How To Fix RSDODSO219 - Partitioning time characteristic &1 has to be in key part

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: RSDODSO - Messages for ODS Objects

• Message number: 219

• Message text: Partitioning time characteristic &1 has to be in key part

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message RSDODSO219 - Partitioning time characteristic &1 has to be in key part ?

  The SAP error message RSDODSO219 indicates that there is an issue with the partitioning of a DataStore Object (DSO) in SAP BW (Business Warehouse). Specifically, it states that the time characteristic specified (denoted as &1) must be included in the key part of the DSO.
  Cause:
  This error typically occurs when you are trying to create or modify a DSO that is partitioned by a time characteristic, but that characteristic is not included in the key fields of the DSO. In SAP BW, when you partition data based on a time characteristic (like year, month, or day), that characteristic must be part of the key fields to ensure proper data organization and retrieval.
  Solution:
  To resolve this error, you need to ensure that the time characteristic in question is included in the key fields of the DSO. Here are the steps to do this:
  
  
  Open the DataStore Object (DSO) in the Data Warehousing Workbench:
  
  Navigate to the DSO that is causing the error.
  
  
  
  Edit the DSO Structure:
  
  Go to the "Key Fields" tab of the DSO definition.
  
  
  
  Add the Time Characteristic:
  
  If the time characteristic (e.g., 0CALYEAR, 0CALMONTH) is not already included in the key fields, add it to the key fields list.
  
  
  
  Save and Activate the DSO:
  
  After making the necessary changes, save the DSO and activate it.
  
  
  
  Check Partitioning Settings:
  
  Ensure that the partitioning settings are correctly configured to use the time characteristic you have added.
  
  
  
  Re-run the Process:
  
  After making these changes, try to run the process that was previously failing to see if the error is resolved.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Key Fields in DSO: Key fields are essential for uniquely identifying records in a DSO. They are used for data retrieval and management.
  Partitioning in BW: Partitioning is a technique used in SAP BW to improve performance by dividing large datasets into smaller, more manageable pieces based on certain criteria, such as time.
  Time Characteristics: Common time characteristics in SAP BW include 0CALYEAR (Calendar Year), 0CALMONTH (Calendar Month), and 0CALDAY (Calendar Day). These are often used for reporting and analysis.
  
  If you continue to experience issues after following these steps, it may be helpful to consult SAP documentation or reach out to your SAP support team for further assistance.