How To Fix RSPLS121 - Aggregation level &1: InfoObject &2 requires InfoObject &3 (compounding)

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: RSPLS - General Messages

• Message number: 121

• Message text: Aggregation level &1: InfoObject &2 requires InfoObject &3 (compounding)

What causes this issue?

In the definition of aggregation level &V1&, InfoObject &V2& is
selected. InfoObject &V2& is compounded to InfoObject &V3&. However,
InfoObject &V3& is <ZH>not</> included in the aggregation level.

System Response

The aggregation level &V1& is inconsistent.

How to fix this error?

In the definition of aggregation level &V1& either deselect InfoObject
&V2& or select InfoObject &V3&.

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.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message RSPLS121 - Aggregation level &1: InfoObject &2 requires InfoObject &3 (compounding) ?

  The SAP error message RSPLS121 indicates an issue related to the aggregation level in SAP BW (Business Warehouse) where a specific InfoObject is required for compounding but is missing or not properly configured. This error typically arises when you are trying to create or use an aggregation level that has dependencies on other InfoObjects.
  Cause:
  The error message RSPLS121 occurs due to the following reasons:
  
  Missing Compounding InfoObject: The aggregation level you are trying to use or create requires a specific InfoObject (e.g., a characteristic) to be compounded with another InfoObject, but that required InfoObject is not included in the aggregation level definition.
  Incorrect Configuration: The InfoObjects may not be correctly configured for compounding in the InfoObject maintenance settings.
  Data Model Changes: Changes in the data model, such as adding or removing InfoObjects, can lead to inconsistencies that trigger this error.
  
  Solution:
  To resolve the RSPLS121 error, you can follow these steps:
  
  
  Check Aggregation Level Definition:
  
  Go to the aggregation level definition in the SAP BW system.
  Verify that all required InfoObjects are included in the aggregation level. Specifically, check if InfoObject &3 (the one mentioned in the error message) is included.
  
  
  
  Review Compounding Settings:
  
  Open the InfoObject maintenance for InfoObject &2 and check its compounding settings.
  Ensure that it is correctly set up to compound with InfoObject &3. If not, you may need to adjust the compounding settings.
  
  
  
  Adjust Data Model:
  
  If there have been recent changes to the data model, ensure that all dependencies are correctly maintained.
  If InfoObject &3 was removed or altered, you may need to re-add it or adjust the aggregation level accordingly.
  
  
  
  Recreate Aggregation Level:
  
  If the issue persists, consider recreating the aggregation level from scratch, ensuring that all necessary InfoObjects are included.
  
  
  
  Check for Transport Issues:
  
  If the error occurred after a transport, ensure that all relevant objects were transported correctly and that there are no inconsistencies in the target system.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Refer to SAP documentation or notes related to aggregation levels and compounding for additional guidance.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  InfoObjects: These are the building blocks of the data model in SAP BW, representing characteristics and key figures.
  Compounding: This is a feature in SAP BW that allows one InfoObject to be dependent on another, creating a hierarchy or relationship between them.
  Aggregation Levels: These are used in SAP BW to define how data is aggregated for reporting purposes, specifying which InfoObjects are included in the aggregation.
  
  If you continue to experience issues after following these steps, consider reaching out to your SAP support team or consulting the SAP Community for further assistance.