How To Fix RSPLS478 - Variable &1 for hierarchy key date in relationship &2 delivers no value

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: RSPLS - General Messages

• Message number: 478

• Message text: Variable &1 for hierarchy key date in relationship &2 delivers no value

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message RSPLS478 - Variable &1 for hierarchy key date in relationship &2 delivers no value ?

  The SAP error message RSPLS478 indicates that a variable for a hierarchy key date in a relationship does not deliver any value. This typically occurs in the context of SAP BW (Business Warehouse) when working with queries that involve hierarchies and variables.
  Cause:
  
  Missing Data: The key date for the hierarchy variable may not have any associated data in the InfoProvider for the specified relationship.
  Incorrect Variable Settings: The variable might not be correctly defined or linked to the appropriate hierarchy.
  Hierarchy Structure: The hierarchy itself may not be properly maintained or may not contain the expected nodes for the given key date.
  Data Load Issues: There may have been issues during the data load process that resulted in missing or incomplete data for the hierarchy.
  
  Solution:
  
  Check Data Availability: Verify that there is data available for the specified key date in the InfoProvider. You can do this by running a query or checking the data in the underlying data source.
  Review Variable Configuration: Ensure that the variable is correctly configured in the query. Check the settings for the variable in the query designer to ensure it is linked to the correct hierarchy and that the key date is set correctly.
  Examine Hierarchy Structure: Review the hierarchy structure in the SAP BW system to ensure that it is correctly defined and that the nodes are populated with data for the specified key date.
  Data Load Monitoring: Check the data load process to ensure that it completed successfully and that there were no errors or warnings that could have affected the data availability.
  Test with Different Key Dates: If possible, test the query with different key dates to see if the issue is specific to a certain date or if it is a broader issue with the hierarchy.
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: You may want to use transaction codes like RSA1 (Data Warehousing Workbench) to check the InfoObjects and InfoProviders, and RSRT (Query Monitor) to test queries.
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that may address known issues or provide additional guidance on this error message.
  Documentation: Review SAP documentation related to variables, hierarchies, and query design for best practices and troubleshooting steps.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the root cause of the RSPLS478 error and implement a solution to resolve it.