How To Fix RSOS_SEARCH042 - Component &1: Repository value (&2) is different to generated value (&3)

RSOS_SEARCH042 - Overview

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: RSOS_SEARCH -

• Message number: 042

• Message text: Component &1: Repository value (&2) is different to generated value (&3)

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message RSOS_SEARCH042 - Component &1: Repository value (&2) is different to generated value (&3) ?

  The SAP error message RSOS_SEARCH042 typically occurs in the context of SAP BW (Business Warehouse) or SAP BI (Business Intelligence) when there is a mismatch between the repository value and the generated value for a specific component. This can happen during the activation or execution of queries, data sources, or other objects in the SAP system.
  
  Cause:
  The error message indicates that there is a discrepancy between the expected value (generated value) and the actual value stored in the repository for a specific component. This can occur due to several reasons, including:
  
  Inconsistent Metadata: Changes made to the data model or metadata that have not been properly activated or synchronized.
  Transport Issues: If objects were transported from one system to another (e.g., from development to production), there may be inconsistencies if the transport did not include all necessary objects or if there were manual changes made post-transport.
  Corrupted Objects: Sometimes, objects can become corrupted due