How To Fix RSM420 - No check necessary as the update for key figure & is inactive

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: RSM -

• Message number: 420

• Message text: No check necessary as the update for key figure & is inactive

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message RSM420 - No check necessary as the update for key figure & is inactive ?

  The SAP error message RSM420 indicates that there is no need for a check because the update for the specified key figure is inactive. This typically occurs in the context of SAP BW (Business Warehouse) or SAP BI (Business Intelligence) when dealing with data updates or data extraction processes.
  Cause:
  
  Inactive Key Figure: The key figure mentioned in the error message is not active in the InfoCube or DataStore Object (DSO). This means that the system does not perform any updates or calculations for this key figure.
  Configuration Issues: The key figure may have been intentionally set to inactive due to changes in business requirements or data model adjustments.
  Data Source Issues: The data source from which the key figure is supposed to pull data may not be configured correctly, leading to the key figure being inactive.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Activate the Key Figure:
  
  Go to the InfoProvider (InfoCube or DSO) where the key figure is defined.
  Check the settings for the key figure and ensure it is activated. You can do this in the SAP BW modeling tools.
  If the key figure is not needed, you may want to consider removing it from the data model.
  
  
  
  Check Data Source:
  
  Verify that the data source feeding into the key figure is correctly configured and active.
  Ensure that the data extraction process is functioning correctly and that there are no issues with the data flow.
  
  
  
  Review Update Rules:
  
  Check the update rules associated with the key figure to ensure they are correctly defined and active.
  If there are any transformations or routines that need to be adjusted, make those changes.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Review any relevant documentation or change logs to understand why the key figure was set to inactive. This may provide insights into whether it should be reactivated or if the current state is intentional.
  
  
  
  Testing:
  
  After making changes, perform a test data load to ensure that the key figure is now being updated correctly and that the error message does not reappear.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  SAP Notes: Check SAP Notes for any known issues or patches related to this error message. SAP frequently updates its knowledge base with solutions to common problems.
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as RSA1 (Data Warehousing Workbench) for modeling and monitoring data flows.
  Documentation: Review SAP BW documentation for best practices on managing key figures and InfoProviders.
  
  If the issue persists after following these steps, it may be beneficial to consult with your SAP Basis or BW team for further investigation.