How To Fix RSEC102 - Characteristic &1: Hierarchy corrected. It is now called &2.

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: RSEC -

• Message number: 102

• Message text: Characteristic &1: Hierarchy corrected. It is now called &2.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message RSEC102 - Characteristic &1: Hierarchy corrected. It is now called &2. ?

  The SAP error message RSEC102 indicates that there is a discrepancy between the characteristic name used in a query or report and the actual name of the characteristic in the system. Specifically, it suggests that the characteristic has been renamed or corrected in the system, and the system is informing you of this change.
  Cause:
  
  Renaming of Characteristics: The characteristic referenced in the error message (&1) has been renamed to a new name (&2). This can happen due to changes in the data model, updates in the SAP system, or adjustments made by administrators.
  Data Source Changes: If the data source or InfoObject has been modified, it may lead to inconsistencies in how characteristics are referenced in queries or reports.
  Transport Issues: If changes were transported from one system to another (e.g., from development to production), there may be inconsistencies if the transport did not include all necessary changes.
  
  Solution:
  
  Update Queries/Reports: Review any queries or reports that reference the old characteristic name (&1) and update them to use the new name (&2). This may involve modifying the query definitions in SAP BW or any related reporting tools.
  Check Data Sources: Ensure that all data sources and InfoObjects are correctly defined and that there are no discrepancies in naming conventions.
  Transport Consistency: If the issue arose after a transport, verify that all relevant objects were included in the transport request and that the transport was successful.
  Documentation: Maintain documentation of changes made to characteristics to ensure that all users are aware of the updates and can adjust their reports accordingly.
  
  Related Information:
  
  SAP Notes: Check SAP Notes for any known issues or updates related to this error message. SAP frequently releases notes that address specific problems or provide guidance on best practices.
  Transaction Codes: Use transaction codes like RSA1 (Data Warehousing Workbench) to check the InfoObjects and their properties.
  User Training: Ensure that users are trained on how to handle changes in characteristics and the importance of keeping their reports updated.
  
  By addressing the root cause of the error and updating any affected queries or reports, you can resolve the RSEC102 error and ensure that your SAP BW environment functions smoothly.