How To Fix RSLWSP416 - Characteristic &2 cannot be used together with characteristic &1

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: RSLWSP - BW Workspaces

• Message number: 416

• Message text: Characteristic &2 cannot be used together with characteristic &1

What causes this issue?

Characteristic &V2& is compounded to higher-level characteristic &V1&.
If using higher-level characteristic &V1& is not allowed, the
lower-level characteristic cannot be used either.

System Response

The system has automatically prevented use of lower-level characteristic
&V2&.

How to fix this error?

The system issues an error message and will not allow you to continue with this transaction until the error is resolved.

Procedure for System Administrators

Error message extract from SAP system. Copyright SAP SE.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message RSLWSP416 - Characteristic &2 cannot be used together with characteristic &1 ?

  The SAP error message RSLWSP416 indicates that there is a conflict between two characteristics in a report or query. Specifically, it states that characteristic &2 cannot be used together with characteristic &1. This typically occurs in the context of SAP BW (Business Warehouse) or SAP BI (Business Intelligence) when creating queries or reports that involve multiple characteristics.
  Cause:
  The error is usually caused by one of the following reasons:
  
  Incompatible Characteristics: The two characteristics are not compatible due to their hierarchical structure or the way they are defined in the data model. For example, one characteristic may be a key figure while the other is a characteristic that cannot be aggregated in the same context.
  Data Model Restrictions: The characteristics may belong to different dimensions or have restrictions that prevent them from being used together in a single query.
  Query Design Issues: The way the query is designed may lead to conflicts, especially if there are filters or conditions applied that are not compatible with both characteristics.
  
  Solution:
  To resolve the error, you can take the following steps:
  
  Review Characteristics: Check the definitions of both characteristics in the data model. Ensure that they are compatible and can be used together in the same context.
  Modify Query Design: If you are using a query designer, try to redesign the query by removing one of the conflicting characteristics or by changing the way they are used (e.g., changing filters or aggregations).
  Check Hierarchies: If the characteristics are part of hierarchies, ensure that they are correctly defined and that their relationships allow for them to be used together.
  Consult Documentation: Refer to SAP documentation or help resources for specific guidelines on the characteristics you are using. There may be known limitations or best practices for combining certain characteristics.
  Test with Different Combinations: If possible, test the query with different combinations of characteristics to identify which specific combination is causing the issue.
  
  Related Information:
  
  SAP Notes: Check SAP Notes for any known issues or patches related to the error message RSLWSP416.
  SAP Community: Engage with the SAP Community forums to see if other users have encountered similar issues and what solutions they have found.
  Training and Documentation: Consider reviewing training materials or documentation related to SAP BW/BI query design to better understand how to work with characteristics and avoid conflicts.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the cause of the error and implement a solution to resolve it.