How To Fix RSOS_SEARCH218 - TAB_ALIAS of field &1 adjusted (old was &2, new is &3)

RSOS_SEARCH218 - Overview

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: RSOS_SEARCH -

• Message number: 218

• Message text: TAB_ALIAS of field &1 adjusted (old was &2, new is &3)

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message RSOS_SEARCH218 - TAB_ALIAS of field &1 adjusted (old was &2, new is &3) ?

  The SAP error message RSOS_SEARCH218 typically relates to issues with the data dictionary or the structure of a query in SAP BW (Business Warehouse) or SAP HANA. This error indicates that there is a discrepancy in the alias of a field, where the system is trying to adjust the alias of a field due to changes in the underlying data model or structure.
  
  Cause:
  
  Field Alias Change: The error occurs when the alias of a field has been changed in the data model, and the system is trying to adjust it to reflect the new alias.
  Data Model Changes: Changes in the InfoObject, InfoProvider, or other related structures can lead to this error if the system is not able to reconcile the old and new aliases.
  Inconsistent Metadata: If there are inconsistencies in the metadata definitions between different layers (like the data source and the target), this error can arise.
  
  
  Solution:
  
  Check Data Model: Review the