How To Fix RSODSO_GUI004 - DataStore has &1 key fields, allowed are &2

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: RSODSO_GUI - UI related messages

• Message number: 004

• Message text: DataStore has &1 key fields, allowed are &2

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message RSODSO_GUI004 - DataStore has &1 key fields, allowed are &2 ?

  The SAP error message RSODSO_GUI004 indicates that there is a mismatch between the number of key fields defined in a DataStore Object (DSO) and the number of key fields that are allowed for that particular DSO. Specifically, the message states that the DataStore has a certain number of key fields (represented by &1), while the allowed number of key fields is different (represented by &2).
  Cause:
  
  Configuration Issue: The DSO may have been incorrectly configured with too many key fields. Each DSO has a limit on the number of key fields it can support, and exceeding this limit will trigger the error.
  Data Model Changes: If there have been recent changes to the data model or the DSO structure, it may have resulted in an inconsistency between the defined key fields and the allowed key fields.
  Transport Issues: If the DSO was transported from one system to another, there may have been issues during the transport that led to an incorrect configuration.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Review DSO Configuration: Check the configuration of the DSO in the SAP BW system. Ensure that the number of key fields defined does not exceed the allowed limit. You can do this by navigating to the DSO in the Data Warehousing Workbench (transaction RSA1) and reviewing its properties.
  
  
  Adjust Key Fields: If the DSO has too many key fields, you may need to remove some of them. This can be done by editing the DSO structure and adjusting the key fields accordingly.
  
  
  Check for Consistency: If there have been recent changes, ensure that all related objects (like InfoObjects, transformations, and data sources) are consistent with the DSO's key field configuration.
  
  
  Transport Validation: If the DSO was transported, validate the transport request to ensure that all objects were transported correctly and that there are no inconsistencies.
  
  
  Consult Documentation: Refer to SAP documentation or notes related to DataStore Objects for any specific limitations or guidelines regarding key fields.
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that might address this specific error or provide additional guidance.
  SAP Community: Engage with the SAP Community forums to see if other users have encountered similar issues and what solutions they found effective.
  BW Modeling Tools: Familiarize yourself with the BW Modeling Tools, as they provide a more user-friendly interface for managing DSOs and other BW objects.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the RSODSO_GUI004 error and ensure that your DataStore Object is configured correctly.