How To Fix RSPLS170 - Aggregation level &1: Characteristic &2 inserted

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: RSPLS - General Messages

• Message number: 170

• Message text: Aggregation level &1: Characteristic &2 inserted

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message RSPLS170 - Aggregation level &1: Characteristic &2 inserted ?

  The SAP error message RSPLS170 indicates that a characteristic has been inserted into an aggregation level, which may not be intended or could lead to issues in reporting or data processing. This message typically arises in the context of SAP BW (Business Warehouse) when working with aggregation levels in the context of BEx (Business Explorer) queries.
  Cause:
  The error message RSPLS170 is triggered when:
  
  A characteristic is added to an aggregation level that is not compatible with the existing structure of the aggregation level.
  The characteristic being inserted may not be part of the original design or may violate the rules of the aggregation level.
  
  Solution:
  To resolve this issue, you can take the following steps:
  
  
  Review the Aggregation Level: Check the definition of the aggregation level in question. Ensure that the characteristics included are appropriate for the intended analysis and reporting.
  
  
  Modify the Aggregation Level:
  
  If the characteristic should not be included, remove it from the aggregation level.
  If the characteristic is necessary, ensure that it is compatible with the other characteristics and key figures in the aggregation level.
  
  
  
  Check Dependencies: Ensure that there are no dependencies or constraints that are violated by adding or removing the characteristic. This includes checking for any existing queries that may rely on the current structure of the aggregation level.
  
  
  Rebuild the Aggregation Level: If necessary, you may need to recreate the aggregation level from scratch, ensuring that all characteristics and key figures are correctly defined.
  
  
  Transport Requests: If changes are made in a development environment, ensure that they are properly transported to the production environment.
  
  
  Testing: After making changes, test the aggregation level and any associated queries to ensure that they function as expected without errors.
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that may provide additional context or solutions for this error message.
  Documentation: Review SAP BW documentation regarding aggregation levels and characteristics to understand best practices and design principles.
  Community Forums: Engage with SAP community forums or support channels for insights from other users who may have encountered similar issues.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to address the RSPLS170 error and ensure that your aggregation levels are correctly configured for your reporting needs.