How To Fix RSPLS489 - InfoObject &1 is not a characteristic in DataStore object &2

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: RSPLS - General Messages

• Message number: 489

• Message text: InfoObject &1 is not a characteristic in DataStore object &2

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message RSPLS489 - InfoObject &1 is not a characteristic in DataStore object &2 ?

  The SAP error message RSPLS489 indicates that there is an issue with the DataStore Object (DSO) configuration in relation to the InfoObject being referenced. Specifically, it means that the InfoObject specified in the error message is not recognized as a characteristic in the DataStore Object you are working with.
  Cause:
  
  Incorrect InfoObject: The InfoObject specified in the error message may not be defined as a characteristic in the DataStore Object.
  DataStore Object Configuration: The DSO may not have been configured to include the InfoObject as a characteristic.
  Typographical Error: There may be a typo in the InfoObject name or the DataStore Object name.
  Changes in InfoObject: The InfoObject may have been deleted or changed in a way that it is no longer recognized in the DSO.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check DSO Configuration:
  
  Go to the DataStore Object in the SAP BW system.
  Verify that the InfoObject in question is included in the list of characteristics for that DSO.
  If it is not included, you may need to add it to the DSO.
  
  
  
  Verify InfoObject:
  
  Ensure that the InfoObject exists in the system and is active.
  Check if the InfoObject has been changed or deleted recently.
  
  
  
  Correct Typographical Errors:
  
  Double-check the names of the InfoObject and DataStore Object for any typos or discrepancies.
  
  
  
  Re-activate the DSO:
  
  If changes were made to the InfoObject or DSO, you may need to re-activate the DSO to ensure that all configurations are updated.
  
  
  
  Check for Dependencies:
  
  If the DSO is part of a process chain or is being used in a transformation, ensure that all dependencies are correctly set up.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: You can use transaction codes like RSA1 (Data Warehousing Workbench) to navigate to the DSO and InfoObject definitions.
  Documentation: Refer to SAP Help documentation for detailed information on DataStore Objects and InfoObjects.
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that may address known issues or provide additional guidance related to this error message.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify and resolve the issue causing the RSPLS489 error message in your SAP BW environment.