How To Fix RSO_RES_IOBJ031 - Geographical shapes can't be used during reporting.

RSO_RES_IOBJ031 - Overview

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: RSO_RES_IOBJ - InfoObject Resource

• Message number: 031

• Message text: Geographical shapes can't be used during reporting.

What causes this issue?

Geographical type "Shapes" (BI Client tab) is selected while "Master
Data" (General tab) is switched off.

System Response

Uploaded shapes can't be used for reporting.

How to fix this error?

Enable "Master Data".

Procedure for System Administrators

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

Error message extract from SAP system. Copyright SAP SE.

RSO_RES_IOBJ031 - Details

• The SAP error message RSO_RES_IOBJ031, which states "Geographical shapes can't be used during reporting," typically occurs in the context of SAP Business Warehouse (BW) or SAP BusinessObjects when attempting to use geographical data visualizations or maps in reports. This error indicates that the system is unable to process the geographical shapes or data required for the report.
  
  Cause:
  
  Missing Geographical Data: The required geographical data or shapes (like maps) may not be available or properly configured in the system.
  Incorrect Configuration: The InfoObject or the data source may not be correctly set up to handle geographical data.
  Data Type Issues: The data being used may not be compatible with the geographical reporting features.
  Authorization Issues: The user may not have the necessary permissions to access the geographical data or shapes.
  Version Compatibility: There may be compatibility issues with the version of SAP BW or BusinessObjects being used.
  
  
  Solution:
  
  Check Data Availability: Ensure that the geographical data and shapes