How To Fix RSO_RES_CONVMSGS047 - InfoObject &1 is not of type characteristic.

RSO_RES_CONVMSGS047 - Overview

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: RSO_RES_CONVMSGS - Messages directly related to the conversion types

• Message number: 047

• Message text: InfoObject &1 is not of type characteristic.

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RSO_RES_CONVMSGS047 - Details

• The SAP error message RSO_RES_CONVMSGS047 indicates that the InfoObject specified (denoted as &1 in the message) is not of the type "characteristic." This error typically occurs in the context of data extraction or transformation processes, particularly when working with SAP BW (Business Warehouse) or SAP BI (Business Intelligence).
  
  Cause:
  
  
  Incorrect InfoObject Type: The InfoObject you are trying to use is not defined as a characteristic. In SAP BW, InfoObjects can be of different types, such as characteristics, key figures, or time characteristics. This error suggests that the InfoObject in question is likely a key figure or another type that cannot be used in the context where a characteristic is required.
  
  
  Data Model Issues: There may be issues in the data model or the way the InfoObject is being referenced in queries, transformations, or data flows.
  
  
  Configuration Errors: There might be configuration errors in the InfoObject settings or in the data flow that leads to