How To Fix RSO_BIXP018 - Conversion object &1 does not have a long text

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: RSO_BIXP - Message Class for BIXP Conversion Objects

• Message number: 018

• Message text: Conversion object &1 does not have a long text

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message RSO_BIXP018 - Conversion object &1 does not have a long text ?

  The SAP error message RSO_BIXP018 indicates that a conversion object specified in your query or report does not have a long text associated with it. This typically occurs in the context of Business Intelligence (BI) or Business Explorer (BEx) reporting, where certain objects are expected to have descriptive texts for better understanding and usability.
  Cause:
  
  Missing Long Text: The conversion object (like a characteristic or key figure) does not have a long text defined in the system. Long texts are often used to provide additional context or descriptions for objects.
  Configuration Issues: There may be issues with the configuration of the conversion object in the data model or the InfoObject settings.
  Data Source Issues: The data source from which the report is pulling data may not have the necessary long text information available.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check the Conversion Object: 
  
  Go to the relevant transaction (like RSA1 for Data Warehousing Workbench) and check the definition of the conversion object. Ensure that it has a long text defined.
  If it does not, you can create or update the long text for the object.
  
  
  
  Update Long Texts:
  
  Navigate to the InfoObject maintenance (transaction RSD1) and find the specific InfoObject.
  In the InfoObject maintenance screen, check the "Texts" tab and ensure that a long text is provided. If not, you can add it there.
  
  
  
  Recheck the Data Source:
  
  Ensure that the data source you are using in your report is correctly configured and that it includes the necessary long text information.
  If you are using a custom data source, verify that it is pulling the long text data correctly.
  
  
  
  Transport Requests: If the long text was recently added or modified, ensure that the changes have been transported to the relevant environment (e.g., from development to production).
  
  
  Consult Documentation: If you are unsure about how to proceed, refer to SAP documentation or consult with your SAP Basis or BI team for assistance.
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that might address this specific error or provide additional guidance.
  SAP Community: Engage with the SAP Community forums to see if other users have encountered and resolved similar issues.
  System Logs: Review system logs for any additional error messages or warnings that might provide more context about the issue.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the RSO_BIXP018 error and ensure that your conversion objects have the necessary long texts defined.