How To Fix RSISC004 - Value &2 for characteristic &1 is not valid

RSISC004 - Overview

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: RSISC - Error Messages in Functions

• Message number: 004

• Message text: Value &2 for characteristic &1 is not valid

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message RSISC004 - Value &2 for characteristic &1 is not valid ?

  The SAP error message RSISC004 indicates that a value for a characteristic is not valid in the context of the data being processed. This typically occurs in the context of SAP BW (Business Warehouse) or SAP BI (Business Intelligence) when dealing with InfoObjects, InfoProviders, or queries.
  
  Cause:
  
  Invalid Characteristic Value: The value being used for the characteristic does not exist in the master data or is not valid for the specific context of the query or report.
  Data Type Mismatch: The value provided may not match the expected data type for the characteristic (e.g., a numeric value is expected, but a string is provided).
  Missing Master Data: The characteristic may not have the necessary master data loaded or activated in the system.
  Incorrect Query Design: The query may be incorrectly designed, leading to the selection of invalid values for the characteristics.
  
  
  Solution:
  
  Check Master Data: Verify that the value for the characteristic exists in the master data.