How To Fix RSOBI_MF131 - Output length of characteristic &2 is &3

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: RSOBI_MF - Messages for SOBI Model Factory

• Message number: 131

• Message text: Output length of characteristic &2 is &3

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message RSOBI_MF131 - Output length of characteristic &2 is &3 ?

  The SAP error message RSOBI_MF131, which states "Output length of characteristic &2 is &3," typically occurs in the context of SAP BW (Business Warehouse) or SAP BI (Business Intelligence) when there is an issue with the output length of a characteristic in a query or report.
  Cause:
  The error is usually caused by one of the following reasons:
  
  
  Mismatch in Output Length: The output length defined for a characteristic in the InfoObject is not compatible with the data being processed. For example, if the characteristic is defined to hold a maximum of 10 characters, but the data being processed exceeds this length, the error will occur.
  
  
  Data Type Issues: There may be a mismatch between the data type of the characteristic and the data being loaded or queried. For instance, if a numeric field is being treated as a string or vice versa.
  
  
  Incorrect Query Design: The query might be designed in such a way that it expects a different output length than what is defined in the InfoObject.
  
  
  Solution:
  To resolve the RSOBI_MF131 error, you can take the following steps:
  
  
  Check Characteristic Definition:
  
  Go to the InfoObject maintenance (transaction code RSD1) and check the definition of the characteristic that is causing the error (indicated by &2 in the error message).
  Verify the output length and ensure it is sufficient for the data being processed.
  
  
  
  Adjust Output Length:
  
  If the output length is too short, consider increasing it to accommodate the data. This can be done in the InfoObject settings.
  
  
  
  Review Query Design:
  
  If the error occurs in a specific query, review the query design in the Query Designer (transaction code RSRT or BEx Query Designer).
  Ensure that the characteristics and key figures used in the query are correctly defined and that their output lengths are appropriate.
  
  
  
  Data Type Consistency:
  
  Ensure that the data types of the characteristics match the data being loaded. If necessary, adjust the data type in the InfoObject definition.
  
  
  
  Re-activate InfoObjects:
  
  After making changes to the InfoObject, you may need to re-activate it and possibly reprocess the data to ensure that the changes take effect.
  
  
  
  Check for Data Issues:
  
  If the issue persists, check the data being loaded into the InfoObject for any anomalies or inconsistencies that might be causing the error.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  
  Transaction Codes: 
  
  RSD1: InfoObject maintenance
  RSRT: Query execution
  BEx Query Designer: For designing and modifying queries
  
  
  
  SAP Notes: Check SAP Notes related to RSOBI_MF131 for any specific patches or updates that may address this issue.
  
  
  Documentation: Refer to SAP BW documentation for best practices on InfoObject design and query creation to avoid such errors in the future.
  
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify and resolve the cause of the RSOBI_MF131 error in your SAP BW or BI environment.