How To Fix RSPLS504 - Contains generic time derivation &1 -> &2

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: RSPLS - General Messages

• Message number: 504

• Message text: Contains generic time derivation &1 -> &2

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message RSPLS504 - Contains generic time derivation &1 -> &2 ?

  The SAP error message RSPLS504, which states "Contains generic time derivation &1 -> &2," typically occurs in the context of SAP BW (Business Warehouse) when dealing with time-dependent data or time characteristics in queries or data models. This error indicates that there is a problem with the time derivation logic in your BW model, specifically that a generic time derivation is being used in a context where a more specific derivation is expected.
  
  Cause:
  
  Generic Time Derivation: The error suggests that the system has encountered a generic time derivation that is not suitable for the context in which it is being used. This can happen if the time characteristics are not properly defined or if there is a mismatch in the expected time attributes.
  Model 
  Configuration Issues: There may be issues in the configuration of the InfoObjects, InfoProviders, or queries that are leading to this error.
  Data Source Issues: The data source from which