How To Fix RSM1046 - InfoObject &1 has different selection criteria in package &2

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: RSM1 - Messages for AWB, Scheduler and Monitor (new)

• Message number: 046

• Message text: InfoObject &1 has different selection criteria in package &2

What causes this issue?

In InfoPackage &V2&, the selection conditions for InfoObject &V1& are
different in the A and D versions.
When the D version was activated, the conditions in the D version
overwrote the selection conditions in the A version.

System Response

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

How to fix this error?

Procedure for System Administrators

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message RSM1046 - InfoObject &1 has different selection criteria in package &2 ?

  The SAP error message RSM1046 indicates that there is a mismatch in the selection criteria for an InfoObject in a specific data package. This typically occurs during the data extraction or loading process in SAP BW (Business Warehouse) when the selection criteria defined for an InfoObject in the data package does not match the criteria that are expected or defined in the InfoObject itself.
  Cause:
  
  Inconsistent Selection Criteria: The selection criteria for the InfoObject in the data package may have been changed or not aligned with the InfoObject's definition in the data model.
  Data Package Configuration: The data package may have been configured incorrectly, leading to discrepancies in the selection criteria.
  Changes in InfoObject: If the InfoObject has been modified (e.g., new attributes added, or existing attributes changed), the data package may not reflect these changes.
  Versioning Issues: If there are multiple versions of the InfoObject or data package, it may lead to inconsistencies.
  
  Solution:
  
  Review Selection Criteria: Check the selection criteria defined for the InfoObject in the data package and ensure they match the InfoObject's definition in the data model.
  Update Data Package: If there have been changes to the InfoObject, update the data package to reflect these changes. This may involve reconfiguring the selection criteria.
  Consistency Check: Perform a consistency check on the InfoObject and the data package to identify any discrepancies.
  Recreate Data Package: If the issue persists, consider recreating the data package from scratch to ensure that it aligns with the current definition of the InfoObject.
  Consult Documentation: Refer to SAP documentation or notes related to the specific InfoObject and data package for any known issues or additional guidance.
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: You may use transaction codes like RSA1 (Data Warehousing Workbench) to manage InfoObjects and data packages.
  SAP Notes: Check SAP Notes for any specific fixes or updates related to the error message RSM1046.
  Data Modeling: Understanding the data modeling concepts in SAP BW can help in troubleshooting and resolving such issues effectively.
  Testing: After making changes, always test the data extraction or loading process to ensure that the issue has been resolved.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify and resolve the cause of the RSM1046 error message in SAP BW.