How To Fix RSDTM096 - Could not find a characteristic that permits hiers in output for setting.

RSDTM096 - Overview

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: RSDTM - Data Mining Connection Messages

• Message number: 096

• Message text: Could not find a characteristic that permits hiers in output for setting.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message RSDTM096 - Could not find a characteristic that permits hiers in output for setting. ?

  The SAP error message RSDTM096 indicates that the system could not find a characteristic that allows for hierarchies in the output for a specific setting. This error typically occurs in the context of SAP BW (Business Warehouse) when working with InfoObjects and their hierarchies.
  
  Cause:
  
  Missing Hierarchy Assignment: The characteristic you are trying to use does not have a hierarchy assigned to it. Hierarchies are necessary for certain types of reporting and analysis.
  Incorrect Characteristic Settings: The characteristic may not be configured correctly to allow for hierarchies. This could be due to settings in the InfoObject definition.
  Data Model Issues: There may be issues with the data model or the way the InfoProvider is set up, which prevents the characteristic from being recognized as having a hierarchy.
  Query Design Issues: The query you are trying to execute may not be designed to handle hierarchies properly, or it may be referencing a characteristic that does not