How To Fix RSDTM176 - No classification setting selected.

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: RSDTM - Data Mining Connection Messages

• Message number: 176

• Message text: No classification setting selected.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message RSDTM176 - No classification setting selected. ?

  The SAP error message RSDTM176 ("No classification setting selected") typically occurs in the context of SAP BW (Business Warehouse) when you are trying to execute a query or perform an operation that requires a classification setting, but none has been defined or selected.
  Cause:
  
  Missing Classification Setting: The most common cause of this error is that the InfoObject or characteristic you are working with does not have a classification setting defined in the system.
  Incorrect Query Design: If you are working with a query in BEx (Business Explorer) and the query is designed to use a classification that has not been set up, this error can occur.
  Data Source Issues: If the data source or InfoProvider does not have the necessary classification settings, it can lead to this error.
  Authorization Issues: Sometimes, the user may not have the necessary authorizations to access the classification settings.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Define Classification Settings:
  
  Go to the relevant InfoObject in the SAP BW system.
  Check the settings for classification and ensure that the necessary classification is defined.
  If it is missing, you may need to create or adjust the classification settings.
  
  
  
  Check Query Design:
  
  Open the query in the BEx Query Designer.
  Verify that the characteristics and key figures used in the query are correctly set up and that they reference the appropriate classification settings.
  
  
  
  Review Data Source:
  
  Ensure that the data source or InfoProvider you are using has the correct classification settings.
  If necessary, update or reconfigure the data source.
  
  
  
  User Authorizations:
  
  Check if the user has the necessary authorizations to access the classification settings.
  If not, work with your SAP security team to grant the required permissions.
  
  
  
  Transport Requests:
  
  If changes were made in a development environment, ensure that they have been transported to the production environment correctly.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  SAP Notes: Check SAP Notes related to RSDTM176 for any specific patches or updates that may address this issue.
  Documentation: Review SAP BW documentation for classification settings and InfoObject configuration.
  Community Forums: Look for discussions in SAP Community or other forums where similar issues have been addressed.
  
  If the problem persists after trying the above solutions, it may be beneficial to consult with your SAP Basis or BW team for further investigation.