How To Fix RSDTM206 - Char./key figure attribute not uniquely defined through "&2" (IS: "&1")

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: RSDTM - Data Mining Connection Messages

• Message number: 206

• Message text: Char./key figure attribute not uniquely defined through "&2" (IS: "&1")

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message RSDTM206 - Char./key figure attribute not uniquely defined through "&2" (IS: "&1") ?

  The SAP error message RSDTM206 indicates that there is an issue with the definition of a characteristic or key figure attribute in a DataSource or InfoObject. Specifically, it means that the attribute is not uniquely defined, which can lead to ambiguity in data extraction or reporting.
  Cause:
  The error typically arises due to one of the following reasons:
  
  
  Duplicate Entries: There are multiple entries for the same characteristic or key figure in the underlying data model, which causes confusion about which entry should be used.
  
  
  Incorrect Mapping: The mapping of attributes in the DataSource or InfoObject may not be correctly defined, leading to multiple possible values for a single attribute.
  
  
  Data Model Issues: The data model may have been altered (e.g., changes in InfoObjects, DataSources, or transformations) without proper adjustments to maintain uniqueness.
  
  
  Hierarchy Issues: If the characteristic is part of a hierarchy, there may be conflicts in how the hierarchy is defined or used.
  
  
  Solution:
  To resolve the RSDTM206 error, you can take the following steps:
  
  
  Check the Data Model:
  
  Review the InfoObject and DataSource definitions to ensure that the attributes are correctly defined and that there are no duplicates.
  Ensure that the characteristic or key figure is uniquely defined in the context of the InfoProvider.
  
  
  
  Adjust the Mapping:
  
  If the mapping of attributes is incorrect, adjust it to ensure that each characteristic or key figure attribute is mapped to a unique source field.
  
  
  
  Review Hierarchies:
  
  If the characteristic is part of a hierarchy, check the hierarchy settings to ensure that they are correctly defined and do not lead to ambiguity.
  
  
  
  Data Quality Check:
  
  Perform a data quality check on the underlying data to identify any duplicates or inconsistencies that may be causing the issue.
  
  
  
  Re-activate the InfoObject:
  
  Sometimes, re-activating the InfoObject can help resolve issues related to changes made in the data model.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Refer to SAP documentation or notes related to the specific version you are using for any known issues or additional troubleshooting steps.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: You may use transaction codes like RSA1 (Data Warehousing Workbench) to check InfoObjects and DataSources.
  SAP Notes: Check for relevant SAP Notes that may address specific issues related to this error message.
  Data Modeling Best Practices: Familiarize yourself with best practices in data modeling within SAP BW to prevent similar issues in the future.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify and resolve the cause of the RSDTM206 error message in your SAP environment.