How To Fix RSDS118 - Only one field is allowed for each segment as a lower limit (validity)


RSDS118 - Overview

  • Message type: E = Error

  • Message class: RSDS - New DataSource

  • Message number: 118

  • Message text: Only one field is allowed for each segment as a lower limit (validity)

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  • What is the cause and solution for SAP error message RSDS118 - Only one field is allowed for each segment as a lower limit (validity) ?
    The SAP error message RSDS118, which states "Only one field is allowed for each segment as a lower limit (validity)," typically occurs in the context of SAP BW (Business Warehouse) when you are trying to define a data source or a transformation that involves segmenting data. This error indicates that the system expects only one field to be defined as a lower limit for a particular segment, but it has detected multiple fields being defined in that context.
    
    Cause: Multiple Fields Defined: The most common cause of this error is that you have defined more than one field as a lower limit for a segment in your data source or transformation. Incorrect Configuration: There may be a misconfiguration in the data source or transformation settings where the system is interpreting multiple fields as lower limits. Data Model Issues: The underlying data model may have inconsistencies or conflicts that lead to this error.
    Solution: Review Segment Definitions:

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