How To Fix RSL_MI201 - Error in characteristic '&1'

RSL_MI201 - Overview

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: RSL_MI - Analytic Indexes

• Message number: 201

• Message text: Error in characteristic '&1'

Self-Explanatory Message

Since SAP believes that this specific error message is 'self-explanatory,' no more information has been given.The majority of messages in the SAP system have a message text, however this is frequently insufficient to comprehend or resolve the problem.

To make things easier, more detailed information is frequently added to describe the issue, how to fix it, and the necessary steps or configuration modifications.

Unfortunately, there isn't any extra information in this error notice.

What else can you do?

First, use our AnswerBot below to get a possible cause and solution (requires a premium subscription).

Also, review the in-depth Common Questions & Answers listed below; you could discover a solution there or be able to connect with others who have faced similar challenges.

You can also try searching the SAP support portal (support.sap.com) but you need a special user ID to access it. It is possible that an SAP support note exists that provides additional details about the mistake or even steps for fixing it.

Smart SAP Assistant

• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message RSL_MI201 - Error in characteristic '&1' ?

  The SAP error message RSL_MI201 typically indicates that there is an issue with a characteristic in the context of SAP's Master Data Management or related modules. This error can occur in various scenarios, such as during the creation or modification of master data, or when processing certain transactions.
  
  Cause:
  The error message RSL_MI201 usually arises due to one or more of the following reasons:
  
  Invalid Characteristic Value: The characteristic specified in the error message may have an invalid or non-existent value.
  Missing Data: Required data for the characteristic may be missing or not properly maintained in the system.
  
  Configuration Issues: There may be configuration issues related to the characteristic in the relevant customizing settings.
  Data Inconsistency: There could be inconsistencies in the data that are causing the system to reject the characteristic.
  
  
  Solution:
  To resolve the RSL_MI201 error, you can follow these steps:
  
  
  Check Characteristic Value: Verify that the characteristic value being used is valid and exists in the