How To Fix RSINP021 - Field and description incompatible

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: RSINP - Data Entry for Demo and Prototyping

• Message number: 021

• Message text: Field and description incompatible

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message RSINP021 - Field and description incompatible ?

  The SAP error message RSINP021: Field and description incompatible typically occurs in the context of SAP BW (Business Warehouse) or SAP BI (Business Intelligence) when there is a mismatch between the field definitions in the data source and the corresponding fields in the InfoObject or InfoProvider.
  Cause:
  
  Field Mismatch: The field in the data source may have a different data type, length, or format compared to the InfoObject definition in SAP BW.
  Changes in Data Source: If the underlying data source (like a database table or view) has been modified (e.g., field added, removed, or changed), it can lead to this error.
  Incorrect Mapping: The mapping between the data source fields and the InfoObject fields may not be correctly defined.
  Data Type Issues: The data type of the field in the source system may not match the expected data type in the BW system.
  
  Solution:
  
  Check Field Definitions: Verify the field definitions in both the data source and the InfoObject. Ensure that the data types, lengths, and formats match.
  Update Data Source: If the data source has changed, update the data source in the BW system to reflect these changes. This may involve re-importing the data source or adjusting the transformation rules.
  Adjust Mapping: Review the mapping in the transformation between the data source and the InfoObject. Make sure that each field is correctly mapped to the corresponding InfoObject field.
  Re-activate InfoObjects: If changes have been made to the InfoObjects, re-activate them to ensure that the changes take effect.
  Check for Data Type Conversions: If necessary, implement data type conversions in the transformation to ensure compatibility.
  Test the Data Load: After making the necessary adjustments, test the data load again to see if the error persists.
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: You may use transaction codes like RSA1 (Data Warehousing Workbench) to check InfoObjects and transformations.
  Data Source Maintenance: Use transaction RSD1 to maintain InfoObjects and RSD3 for data source maintenance.
  Error Logs: Check the error logs in the BW system for more detailed information about the error and its context.
  SAP Notes: Look for relevant SAP Notes that may address specific issues related to this error message.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify and resolve the cause of the RSINP021 error in your SAP BW environment.