How To Fix RSM428 - No routine maintained for characteristic &.

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: RSM -

• Message number: 428

• Message text: No routine maintained for characteristic &.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message RSM428 - No routine maintained for characteristic &. ?

  The SAP error message RSM428 ("No routine maintained for characteristic &.") typically occurs in the context of SAP BW (Business Warehouse) or SAP BI (Business Intelligence) when there is an issue with the data transformation process. This error indicates that there is no routine defined for a specific characteristic in the data flow, which is necessary for the transformation of data.
  Cause:
  
  Missing Routine: The primary cause of this error is that a transformation routine has not been defined for the characteristic in question. Routines are used to manipulate data during the extraction and loading process.
  Incorrect Configuration: The transformation might be incorrectly configured, leading to the system not being able to find the appropriate routine.
  Changes in Data Model: If there have been recent changes to the data model or characteristics, the associated routines may not have been updated or created.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Define a Routine:
  
  Go to the Transformation that is causing the error.
  Check the characteristics involved and see if a routine is defined for the characteristic that is mentioned in the error message.
  If not, create a new routine or assign an existing one that meets the requirements for the transformation.
  
  
  
  Check Transformation Settings:
  
  Ensure that the transformation settings are correctly configured.
  Verify that all necessary mappings and routines are in place for the characteristics involved.
  
  
  
  Review Data Flow:
  
  Analyze the data flow to ensure that all characteristics and their corresponding routines are correctly defined.
  If there are any changes in the source or target data structures, make sure to update the transformation accordingly.
  
  
  
  Testing:
  
  After making the necessary changes, test the transformation to ensure that the error is resolved and that data is being processed correctly.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: You can use transaction codes like RSA1 (Data Warehousing Workbench) to access the transformation and check the settings.
  Documentation: Refer to SAP documentation for detailed information on how to create and manage routines in transformations.
  SAP Notes: Check SAP Notes for any known issues or patches related to this error message, as there may be specific fixes or recommendations provided by SAP.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the RSM428 error and ensure that your data transformation processes run smoothly.