How To Fix RSOBI_MF134 - Data type &1 mapped to data type &2 for InfoObject

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: RSOBI_MF - Messages for SOBI Model Factory

• Message number: 134

• Message text: Data type &1 mapped to data type &2 for InfoObject

What causes this issue?

The data type &1& is not directly supported for InfoObjects. For this
reason, the data type &2& was chosen.

System Response

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

How to fix this error?

This is a standard setting. If you require another setting, change the
property in the corresponding object transaction to the required value.

Procedure for System Administrators

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message RSOBI_MF134 - Data type &1 mapped to data type &2 for InfoObject ?

  The SAP error message RSOBI_MF134 indicates a data type mismatch between the source and target InfoObjects during the data transfer or transformation process in SAP BW (Business Warehouse). Specifically, it means that the data type of the source InfoObject does not match the data type of the target InfoObject, which can lead to issues in data loading or reporting.
  Cause:
  
  Data Type Mismatch: The source InfoObject (the one from which data is being extracted) has a different data type compared to the target InfoObject (the one where data is being loaded). For example, the source might be defined as a character type while the target is defined as a numeric type.
  Changes in Data Model: If there have been recent changes to the data model, such as modifications to InfoObjects, data types, or transformations, this error can occur.
  Inconsistent Data Sources: If the data source (like an ODS or a DataSource) has been modified without corresponding changes in the InfoObjects, it can lead to this error.
  
  Solution:
  
  Check Data Types: Verify the data types of both the source and target InfoObjects. Ensure that they are compatible. You can do this by navigating to the InfoObject definitions in the SAP BW system.
  Modify InfoObject Definitions: If necessary, modify the data type of either the source or target InfoObject to ensure they match. This may involve changing the data type in the InfoObject settings.
  Adjust Transformations: If you are using transformations, check the transformation rules to ensure that they correctly map the source fields to the target fields. You may need to adjust the mapping to ensure compatibility.
  Re-activate Objects: After making changes, re-activate the InfoObjects and transformations to ensure that the changes take effect.
  Test Data Load: After making the necessary adjustments, perform a test data load to ensure that the error has been resolved.
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: You can use transaction codes like RSA1 (Data Warehousing Workbench) to access InfoObjects and transformations.
  Documentation: Refer to SAP documentation for detailed information on InfoObject definitions and data types.
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that might address specific issues related to this error message.
  Data Modeling Best Practices: Ensure that data modeling practices are followed to avoid such mismatches in the future, including proper documentation of changes and impact analysis.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the RSOBI_MF134 error and ensure smooth data processing in your SAP BW environment.