How To Fix RSDU_REPART026 - Fiscal year variant must be constant for DataStore object

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: RSDU_REPART - Messages for Repartitioning InfoProviders

• Message number: 026

• Message text: Fiscal year variant must be constant for DataStore object

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message RSDU_REPART026 - Fiscal year variant must be constant for DataStore object ?

  The SAP error message RSDU_REPART026 indicates that there is an issue with the fiscal year variant configuration for a DataStore Object (DSO) in SAP BW (Business Warehouse). This error typically arises when the fiscal year variant is not consistent across the data being processed or when the DSO is set up to expect a specific fiscal year variant that does not match the data being loaded.
  Cause:
  
  Inconsistent Fiscal Year Variants: The data being loaded into the DSO has different fiscal year variants, which is not allowed. The DSO expects a single fiscal year variant for all records.
  Configuration Issues: The DSO may be configured to use a specific fiscal year variant, but the data source or the transformation does not align with this configuration.
  Data Source Mismatch: The source of the data (e.g., InfoSource, InfoObject) may have a different fiscal year variant than what is defined in the DSO.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check DSO Configuration: 
  
  Go to the DSO settings in the SAP BW system and verify the fiscal year variant defined for the DSO. Ensure that it is set correctly according to your business requirements.
  
  
  
  Align Data Source:
  
  Ensure that the data being loaded into the DSO has the same fiscal year variant. If the data source has a different fiscal year variant, you may need to adjust it to match the DSO's configuration.
  
  
  
  Transformations:
  
  Review the transformation rules that are used to load data into the DSO. Make sure that any transformations applied do not alter the fiscal year variant in a way that causes inconsistency.
  
  
  
  Data Cleansing:
  
  If the data being loaded contains records with different fiscal year variants, you may need to cleanse the data before loading it into the DSO. This could involve filtering out records or transforming them to match the expected fiscal year variant.
  
  
  
  Testing:
  
  After making the necessary adjustments, perform a test load to ensure that the error does not occur again.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Fiscal Year Variant: This is a configuration in SAP that defines how the fiscal year is structured (e.g., number of periods, special periods). It is crucial for financial reporting and data consistency.
  DataStore Object (DSO): A DSO is a type of data storage in SAP BW that allows for the storage of detailed transactional data. It is used for reporting and analysis.
  SAP BW Documentation: For more detailed information, refer to the SAP Help Portal or specific BW documentation related to DataStore Objects and fiscal year variants.
  
  By ensuring consistency in fiscal year variants across your data sources and the DSO, you can resolve the RSDU_REPART026 error and facilitate successful data loading in SAP BW.