How To Fix RSDTM205 - No characteristic/key figure attribute selected (IS: "&1")

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: RSDTM - Data Mining Connection Messages

• Message number: 205

• Message text: No characteristic/key figure attribute selected (IS: "&1")

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message RSDTM205 - No characteristic/key figure attribute selected (IS: "&1") ?

  The SAP error message RSDTM205 "No characteristic/key figure attribute selected (IS: "&1")" typically occurs in the context of SAP BW (Business Warehouse) when working with InfoObjects, especially during the creation or modification of queries, data models, or InfoProviders. This error indicates that there is an issue with the selection of attributes for a characteristic or key figure.
  Cause:
  
  Missing Attributes: The characteristic or key figure you are trying to use does not have any attributes selected. This can happen if the InfoObject is not properly defined or if the attributes have not been activated.
  Incorrect Query Design: If you are designing a query and have not selected any attributes for a characteristic or key figure, this error may occur.
  Data Model Issues: There may be issues with the underlying data model, such as missing or inactive attributes in the InfoObject.
  Authorization Issues: Sometimes, the user may not have the necessary authorizations to access certain attributes, leading to this error.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check InfoObject Definition:
  
  Go to the InfoObject maintenance transaction (e.g., RSD1) and check the definition of the characteristic or key figure.
  Ensure that the necessary attributes are defined and activated.
  
  
  
  Select Attributes in Query Designer:
  
  If you are working in the Query Designer, ensure that you have selected the appropriate attributes for the characteristic or key figure in your query.
  You can do this by dragging the required attributes from the available list to the query structure.
  
  
  
  Review Data Model:
  
  Check the data model to ensure that all necessary attributes are included and activated.
  If you have made changes to the InfoObject, make sure to activate the changes.
  
  
  
  Check Authorizations:
  
  Verify that the user has the necessary authorizations to access the attributes in question. This can be done by checking the user roles and authorizations in the SAP system.
  
  
  
  Rebuild or Refresh:
  
  If the issue persists, consider rebuilding or refreshing the data model or the query to ensure that all changes are reflected.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: 
  
  RSD1: InfoObject maintenance
  RSRT: Query Monitor
  RSA1: Data Warehousing Workbench
  
  
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that may address specific issues related to this error message.
  Documentation: Refer to SAP BW documentation for detailed information on InfoObjects, attributes, and query design best practices.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the RSDTM205 error and ensure that your InfoObjects and queries are correctly configured.