How To Fix RSL_UI373 - Local characteristic &1 does not exist

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: RSL_UI -

• Message number: 373

• Message text: Local characteristic &1 does not exist

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message RSL_UI373 - Local characteristic &1 does not exist ?

  The SAP error message RSL_UI373, which states "Local characteristic &1 does not exist," typically occurs in the context of SAP BW (Business Warehouse) or SAP BI (Business Intelligence) when a query or report is trying to access a characteristic that is not defined or available in the current context.
  Cause:
  
  Missing Characteristic: The characteristic referenced by &1 is not defined in the InfoObject catalog or the data model.
  Incorrect Query Definition: The query may be incorrectly defined, referencing a characteristic that has been deleted or renamed.
  Data Source Issues: The data source or InfoProvider being used may not contain the characteristic.
  Authorization Issues: The user may not have the necessary authorizations to access the characteristic.
  Transport Issues: If the system has recently undergone a transport, the characteristic may not have been transported correctly.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check Characteristic Definition:
  
  Go to the SAP BW modeling tools and verify if the characteristic exists in the InfoObject catalog.
  If it does not exist, you may need to create it or adjust the query to reference a valid characteristic.
  
  
  
  Review Query Definition:
  
  Open the query in the Query Designer and check the characteristics being used.
  Ensure that all referenced characteristics are valid and exist in the data model.
  
  
  
  Validate Data Source:
  
  Check the InfoProvider or data source being used in the query to ensure it includes the characteristic.
  If the characteristic is missing, you may need to adjust the data source or the InfoProvider.
  
  
  
  Check Authorizations:
  
  Ensure that the user executing the query has the necessary authorizations to access the characteristic.
  You may need to consult with your security team to verify and adjust authorizations.
  
  
  
  Transport Check:
  
  If the issue arose after a transport, verify that all necessary objects were transported correctly.
  You may need to re-transport the missing characteristic or related objects.
  
  
  
  Rebuild the Query:
  
  If the issue persists, consider rebuilding the query from scratch to ensure that all components are correctly defined.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  SAP Notes: Check SAP Notes related to this error message for any specific patches or updates that may address the issue.
  Documentation: Review SAP documentation on InfoObjects and query design for best practices and troubleshooting tips.
  Community Forums: Engage with SAP community forums or support channels for additional insights and solutions from other users who may have encountered similar issues.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the root cause of the RSL_UI373 error and implement an appropriate solution.