How To Fix RSOBI_MF159 - Field &2 cannot be included in characteristic compound

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: RSOBI_MF - Messages for SOBI Model Factory

• Message number: 159

• Message text: Field &2 cannot be included in characteristic compound

What causes this issue?

The field &V2& of DataSource &V1& cannot be included in the compound of
a characteristic. The combined length of the characteristic and the
compounded characteristics must not exceed a length of 60 characters.

System Response

The field &V2& is not included in the compound.

How to fix this error?

Change the length of the generated characteristics if required so that i
t complies with the maximum length permitted or ignore this message.

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.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message RSOBI_MF159 - Field &2 cannot be included in characteristic compound ?

  The SAP error message RSOBI_MF159 indicates that a specific field (denoted as &2 in the error message) cannot be included in a characteristic compound. This typically occurs in the context of SAP BW (Business Warehouse) or SAP BI (Business Intelligence) when you are trying to create or modify a characteristic compound in the InfoObject.
  Cause:
  The error can be caused by several factors, including:
  
  
  Field Type Incompatibility: The field you are trying to include may not be compatible with the other fields in the characteristic compound. For example, if the field is of a different data type or length.
  
  
  Field Already in Use: The field might already be part of another characteristic compound or InfoObject, which can lead to conflicts.
  
  
  Field Properties: Certain properties of the field, such as being a key field or having specific attributes, may prevent it from being included in a compound.
  
  
  Technical Settings: The technical settings of the InfoObject may restrict the inclusion of certain fields.
  
  
  Solution:
  To resolve the error, you can take the following steps:
  
  
  Check Field Compatibility: Ensure that the field you are trying to include is compatible with the other fields in the characteristic compound. Verify the data types and lengths.
  
  
  Review Field Usage: Check if the field is already being used in another characteristic compound or InfoObject. If it is, you may need to remove it from the other compound or choose a different field.
  
  
  Examine Field Properties: Look into the properties of the field in the InfoObject definition. Ensure that it does not have restrictions that would prevent it from being included in a compound.
  
  
  Modify Technical Settings: If necessary, review and modify the technical settings of the InfoObject to allow for the inclusion of the field.
  
  
  Consult Documentation: Refer to SAP documentation or help resources for specific guidelines on characteristic compounds and field inclusion.
  
  
  Testing: After making changes, test the characteristic compound to ensure that the error is resolved.
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  SAP Notes: Check SAP Notes for any known issues or patches related to this error message.
  SAP Community: Engage with the SAP Community forums for insights from other users who may have encountered similar issues.
  Documentation: Review the SAP BW/BI documentation for best practices on creating and managing characteristic compounds.
  
  If the issue persists after trying the above solutions, consider reaching out to your SAP support team for further assistance.