How To Fix RSO_RES_ADSO016 - DataStore object &1 (master data check) must not contain char. &2 in key

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: RSO_RES_ADSO - Datastore Object

• Message number: 016

• Message text: DataStore object &1 (master data check) must not contain char. &2 in key

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message RSO_RES_ADSO016 - DataStore object &1 (master data check) must not contain char. &2 in key ?

  The SAP error message RSO_RES_ADSO016 indicates that there is an issue with a DataStore Object (DSO) in SAP BW/4HANA or SAP BW on HANA. Specifically, this error occurs when a master data check is performed, and it finds that the key of the DataStore Object contains a characteristic (char) that is not allowed.
  Cause:
  The error is typically caused by the following reasons:
  
  Invalid Key Configuration: The DataStore Object is configured with a key that includes a characteristic that is not permitted for master data. In SAP BW, certain characteristics are expected to be part of the key, and if a characteristic that is not allowed is included, this error will be triggered.
  Master Data Characteristics: The characteristic in question (char. &2) is likely defined as a master data characteristic, and it should not be part of the key for the DataStore Object defined as master data.
  
  Solution:
  To resolve the error, you can take the following steps:
  
  
  Check DataStore Object Configuration:
  
  Go to the DataStore Object in the SAP BW modeling tools.
  Review the key fields defined for the DataStore Object. Ensure that the characteristic causing the error (char. &2) is not included in the key fields.
  
  
  
  Modify Key Fields:
  
  If the characteristic is incorrectly included in the key, remove it from the key fields of the DataStore Object.
  Ensure that the key fields are defined according to the requirements of the master data.
  
  
  
  Re-validate the DataStore Object:
  
  After making changes, validate the DataStore Object to ensure that there are no further issues.
  Activate the DataStore Object if necessary.
  
  
  
  Check Master Data Settings:
  
  Ensure that the master data settings for the characteristic are correctly configured. This includes checking if the characteristic is set up as a master data characteristic in the InfoObject settings.
  
  
  
  Transport Changes:
  
  If you are working in a development environment, ensure that any changes made are transported to the appropriate environments (e.g., quality, production) as needed.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  SAP Notes and Documentation: Check SAP Notes related to DataStore Objects and master data handling for any additional guidance or updates.
  SAP Community: Engage with the SAP Community forums for insights from other users who may have encountered similar issues.
  SAP BW/4HANA Documentation: Review the official SAP BW/4HANA documentation for best practices on configuring DataStore Objects and handling master data.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the RSO_RES_ADSO016 error and ensure that your DataStore Object is correctly configured for master data processing.