How To Fix RSDTM174 - No characteristic found in the output of the setting

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: RSDTM - Data Mining Connection Messages

• Message number: 174

• Message text: No characteristic found in the output of the setting

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message RSDTM174 - No characteristic found in the output of the setting ?

  The SAP error message RSDTM174 ("No characteristic found in the output of the setting") typically occurs in the context of SAP BW (Business Warehouse) when working with InfoObjects, InfoProviders, or queries. This error indicates that the system could not find any characteristics in the output settings of a particular query or data model.
  Causes:
  
  Missing Characteristics: The most common cause is that the characteristics that should be included in the output are not selected or are missing from the query definition.
  Incorrect Query Definition: The query might not be properly defined, leading to a situation where no characteristics are available for output.
  Data Model Issues: There may be issues with the underlying data model, such as missing or inactive InfoObjects.
  Authorization Issues: Sometimes, the user may not have the necessary authorizations to view certain characteristics, leading to them not being displayed.
  Technical Issues: There could be technical issues with the InfoProvider or the data source that prevent characteristics from being recognized.
  
  Solutions:
  
  
  Check Query Definition:
  
  Open the query in the Query Designer and ensure that the required characteristics are included in the output.
  Verify that the characteristics are correctly defined and activated.
  
  
  
  Review InfoObjects:
  
  Go to the InfoObject maintenance and check if the required InfoObjects are active and correctly configured.
  Ensure that the characteristics are part of the relevant InfoProvider.
  
  
  
  Data Source Check:
  
  Ensure that the data source for the query is correctly set up and that it contains the necessary characteristics.
  If using a MultiProvider, check that the underlying InfoProviders are correctly configured.
  
  
  
  Authorization Check:
  
  Verify that the user has the necessary authorizations to access the characteristics in question.
  Check the authorization objects related to the InfoObjects and ensure they are correctly assigned.
  
  
  
  Technical Troubleshooting:
  
  If the issue persists, consider checking for any technical issues in the BW system, such as inconsistencies in the data model or issues with the transport of objects.
  You may also want to check the system logs for any additional error messages that could provide more context.
  
  
  
  Rebuild the Query:
  
  If all else fails, consider rebuilding the query from scratch to ensure that all settings are correctly applied.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  SAP Notes: Check SAP Notes related to RSDTM174 for any specific patches or updates that may address this issue.
  Documentation: Refer to SAP BW documentation for best practices in query design and InfoObject management.
  Community Forums: Engage with SAP community forums or support channels for additional insights and solutions from other users who may have encountered similar issues.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify and resolve the cause of the RSDTM174 error in your SAP BW environment.