How To Fix RSODP074 - Field &1 (ODP &2): InfoObject &3 of the assc. has to be a basic char.

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: RSODP - Operational Data Provider: Messages

• Message number: 074

• Message text: Field &1 (ODP &2): InfoObject &3 of the assc. has to be a basic char.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message RSODP074 - Field &1 (ODP &2): InfoObject &3 of the assc. has to be a basic char. ?

  The SAP error message RSODP074 typically occurs in the context of SAP BW (Business Warehouse) when working with ODP (Operational Data Provisioning) and is related to the characteristics of InfoObjects in a DataSource. The error message indicates that a specific InfoObject is expected to be a basic characteristic, but it is not.
  Cause:
  The error message RSODP074 is triggered when:
  
  An InfoObject that is part of the DataSource is not defined as a basic characteristic.
  The DataSource is expecting a basic characteristic (which is a characteristic that does not have any hierarchy or attributes associated with it) but finds a different type of characteristic (like a navigational attribute or a compound characteristic).
  
  Solution:
  To resolve this error, you can take the following steps:
  
  
  Check the InfoObject Definition:
  
  Go to the InfoObject maintenance transaction (e.g., RSD1) and check the definition of the InfoObject mentioned in the error message.
  Ensure that the InfoObject is defined as a basic characteristic. If it is not, you may need to change its type or use a different InfoObject that is a basic characteristic.
  
  
  
  Modify the DataSource:
  
  If the DataSource is incorrectly configured, you may need to modify it to ensure that it only includes basic characteristics.
  You can do this by going to the DataSource maintenance transaction (e.g., RSA1) and adjusting the fields included in the DataSource.
  
  
  
  Re-activate the DataSource:
  
  After making changes to the InfoObject or DataSource, make sure to re-activate the DataSource to apply the changes.
  
  
  
  Check for Dependencies:
  
  Ensure that there are no dependencies or other objects that might be affected by changing the InfoObject type. This includes checking for any queries, reports, or other DataSources that might rely on the InfoObject.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  If you are unsure about the characteristics of the InfoObject or how to modify it, consult the SAP documentation or reach out to your SAP BW administrator for guidance.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Basic Characteristics: These are InfoObjects that do not have any attributes or hierarchies and are typically used for key figures in reporting.
  Navigational Attributes: These are attributes that can be used to provide additional context to a basic characteristic but cannot be used in the same way as basic characteristics in certain contexts.
  Compound Characteristics: These are characteristics that are made up of multiple basic characteristics and cannot be used where a basic characteristic is required.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the RSODP074 error and ensure that your DataSource is correctly configured for use in SAP BW.