How To Fix RSM423 - Characteristic & is in the update rule, but not in the InfoCube def.

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: RSM -

• Message number: 423

• Message text: Characteristic & is in the update rule, but not in the InfoCube def.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message RSM423 - Characteristic & is in the update rule, but not in the InfoCube def. ?

  The SAP error message RSM423 indicates that there is a mismatch between the characteristics defined in the update rule and those defined in the InfoCube. Specifically, it means that a characteristic is included in the update rule for data loading but is not present in the definition of the InfoCube itself. This can lead to issues during data extraction or loading processes.
  Cause:
  
  Missing Characteristic in InfoCube: The characteristic mentioned in the error message is not defined in the InfoCube structure.
  Update Rule Configuration: The update rule may have been configured incorrectly, including characteristics that are not part of the InfoCube.
  Changes in Data Model: If the InfoCube was modified (e.g., characteristics were removed or renamed) after the update rule was created, this could lead to inconsistencies.
  Transport Issues: If the InfoCube and the update rule were transported separately, there might be discrepancies between the two.
  
  Solution:
  
  Check InfoCube Definition: Verify the definition of the InfoCube to ensure that the characteristic mentioned in the error message is included. If it is missing, you may need to add it to the InfoCube.
  Update the Update Rule: If the characteristic is not needed, you can modify the update rule to remove the reference to the characteristic that is causing the error.
  Recreate Update Rule: If the update rule is significantly out of sync with the InfoCube, consider recreating the update rule to ensure it aligns with the current structure of the InfoCube.
  Transport Consistency: Ensure that any transports related to the InfoCube and update rules are consistent and that all necessary objects are included in the transport request.
  Check for Naming Changes: If the characteristic was renamed, ensure that the update rule reflects the new name.
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: You can use transaction codes like RSA1 (Data Warehousing Workbench) to check InfoCube definitions and update rules.
  Data Modeling: Familiarize yourself with the data modeling concepts in SAP BW, including InfoCubes, DataStore Objects (DSOs), and the role of characteristics.
  Documentation: Review SAP documentation or notes related to the specific version of SAP BW you are using, as there may be version-specific considerations or known issues.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the RSM423 error and ensure that your data loading processes function correctly.