How To Fix RSLWSP485 - Add attribute &1 to local characteristic &2

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: RSLWSP - BW Workspaces

• Message number: 485

• Message text: Add attribute &1 to local characteristic &2

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message RSLWSP485 - Add attribute &1 to local characteristic &2 ?

  The SAP error message RSLWSP485, which states "Add attribute &1 to local characteristic &2," typically occurs in the context of SAP BW (Business Warehouse) or SAP HANA when there is an issue with the data model or the characteristics being used in a query or data flow.
  Cause:
  This error usually arises when:
  
  Missing Attribute: The attribute specified in the error message (&1) is not included in the local characteristic specified (&2). This can happen if the attribute was not added to the characteristic in the data model or if there are inconsistencies in the data model.
  Data Model Changes: If there have been recent changes to the data model, such as adding or removing attributes, and the local characteristic has not been updated accordingly.
  Inconsistent Data Sources: The data source being used may not have the required attributes defined, leading to this error when trying to execute a query or data load.
  
  Solution:
  To resolve this error, you can take the following steps:
  
  
  Check the Data Model:
  
  Go to the data model where the local characteristic is defined.
  Verify if the attribute (&1) is indeed missing from the local characteristic (&2).
  If it is missing, add the attribute to the local characteristic.
  
  
  
  Update the Query:
  
  If you are working with a query, ensure that the query is updated to reflect any changes made to the data model.
  Rebuild or refresh the query to ensure it recognizes the new attributes.
  
  
  
  Data Source Verification:
  
  Check the data source that is being used to ensure it includes the required attributes.
  If the data source is incorrect or outdated, update it accordingly.
  
  
  
  Transport Requests:
  
  If changes were made in a development environment, ensure that the transport requests are properly moved to the production environment.
  
  
  
  Re-activate the InfoObject:
  
  Sometimes, re-activating the InfoObject associated with the characteristic can help resolve inconsistencies.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Review SAP documentation or notes related to this error message for any specific guidance or updates.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  SAP Notes: Check SAP Notes for any known issues or patches related to this error message.
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as RSA1 (Data Warehousing Workbench) for managing InfoObjects and data models.
  Community Forums: Engage with SAP community forums or support for additional insights and solutions from other users who may have encountered similar issues.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify and resolve the cause of the RSLWSP485 error in your SAP environment.