How To Fix RSM1216 - InfoObject & has no master data; no comm. structure maint. necessary

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

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

• Message number: 216

• Message text: InfoObject & has no master data; no comm. structure maint. necessary

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message RSM1216 - InfoObject & has no master data; no comm. structure maint. necessary ?

  The SAP error message RSM1216 indicates that a specific InfoObject does not have any master data associated with it, and therefore, there is no need for communication structure maintenance. This message typically arises in the context of SAP BW (Business Warehouse) or SAP BI (Business Intelligence) when dealing with InfoObjects that are expected to have master data but do not.
  Cause:
  
  Missing Master Data: The InfoObject in question has not been populated with any master data. This could be due to a lack of data loading or incorrect data extraction processes.
  Configuration Issues: The InfoObject may not be properly configured to link with the master data tables.
  Data Source Issues: The data source from which the InfoObject is supposed to pull data may not be set up correctly or may not contain the necessary data.
  InfoObject Type: The InfoObject might be defined as a key figure or a characteristic that does not require master data.
  
  Solution:
  
  Check Master Data: Verify if the InfoObject is supposed to have master data. If it is, check the master data tables to see if any records exist.
  Load Master Data: If there is no master data, you may need to load it. This can be done through the appropriate data loading process (e.g., using InfoPackages, DTPs, etc.).
  Review Data Source: Ensure that the data source is correctly configured and that it contains the necessary data for the InfoObject.
  Check InfoObject Settings: Review the settings of the InfoObject in the SAP BW system to ensure it is configured correctly to link with master data.
  Communication Structure: If the InfoObject is not intended to have master data, you can ignore this message. If it is, ensure that the communication structure is maintained properly.
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: You can use transaction codes like RSA1 (Data Warehousing Workbench) to check InfoObjects and their master data.
  Master Data Maintenance: Use transaction RSD1 to maintain InfoObjects and check their master data settings.
  Data Loading: Use transaction RSA3 to check the data source and see if data is being extracted correctly.
  Documentation: Refer to SAP Help documentation for more details on InfoObjects and master data management.
  
  If the issue persists after following these steps, it may be beneficial to consult with your SAP BW administrator or support team for further investigation.