How To Fix RSDTM229 - &1 is not an attribute for "&2" (reading data mining attributes in BW)

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: RSDTM - Data Mining Connection Messages

• Message number: 229

• Message text: &1 is not an attribute for "&2" (reading data mining attributes in BW)

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message RSDTM229 - &1 is not an attribute for "&2" (reading data mining attributes in BW) ?

  The SAP error message RSDTM229 indicates that there is an issue with the data mining attributes in SAP BW (Business Warehouse). Specifically, it means that the attribute you are trying to access or use is not recognized as an attribute for the specified InfoObject.
  Cause:
  
  Attribute Not Defined: The attribute you are trying to use may not be defined for the InfoObject in question. This can happen if the attribute was not added to the InfoObject or if it was removed.
  Incorrect InfoObject: You might be referencing the wrong InfoObject or using an incorrect name.
  Data Mining Configuration: There may be issues with the configuration of the data mining process or the data mining model itself.
  Transport Issues: If the InfoObject or its attributes were transported from another system, there may have been issues during the transport process.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check InfoObject Definition:
  
  Go to the InfoObject maintenance transaction (e.g., RSA1) and verify that the attribute is indeed defined for the specified InfoObject.
  If the attribute is missing, you may need to add it.
  
  
  
  Verify Attribute Usage:
  
  Ensure that you are using the correct attribute name and that it is spelled correctly in your data mining model or query.
  
  
  
  Review Data Mining Configuration:
  
  Check the configuration of your data mining model to ensure that it is set up correctly and that all necessary attributes are included.
  
  
  
  Transport Check:
  
  If the InfoObject was transported, check the transport logs for any errors or issues that may have occurred during the transport process.
  
  
  
  Rebuild Data Mining Model:
  
  If the issue persists, consider rebuilding the data mining model or reactivating the InfoObject to refresh its attributes.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Refer to SAP documentation or notes related to data mining and InfoObjects for any specific guidelines or troubleshooting steps.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that might address this specific error or provide additional troubleshooting steps.
  Data Mining in BW: Familiarize yourself with the concepts of data mining in SAP BW, including how attributes are defined and used in models.
  Community Forums: Consider searching or posting in SAP community forums for insights 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 RSDTM229 error in your SAP BW environment.