How To Fix RSPLS618 - Node &1 (&2) for &3 characteristic in selection &4 does not exist

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: RSPLS - General Messages

• Message number: 618

• Message text: Node &1 (&2) for &3 characteristic in selection &4 does not exist

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message RSPLS618 - Node &1 (&2) for &3 characteristic in selection &4 does not exist ?

  The SAP error message RSPLS618 typically occurs in the context of SAP BW (Business Warehouse) when working with queries or data models that involve characteristics. This error indicates that a specific characteristic referenced in a selection does not exist in the context of the query or data model being executed.
  Cause:
  The error message RSPLS618 can be triggered by several factors:
  
  Missing Characteristic: The characteristic specified in the selection does not exist in the InfoObject catalog or is not included in the data model or query.
  Incorrect Query Definition: The query may be incorrectly defined, referencing a characteristic that is not part of the data source or the InfoProvider.
  Data Source Changes: If the underlying data source has been modified (e.g., characteristics added or removed), it may lead to this error.
  Transport Issues: If the query or data model was transported from one system to another, there may be inconsistencies in the characteristics available in the target system.
  
  Solution:
  To resolve the RSPLS618 error, you can take the following steps:
  
  
  Check Characteristic Existence:
  
  Verify that the characteristic mentioned in the error message exists in the InfoObject catalog.
  Ensure that it is active and properly defined.
  
  
  
  Review Query Definition:
  
  Open the query in the Query Designer and check the selections and filters applied.
  Ensure that the characteristic is included in the query definition and is part of the data source.
  
  
  
  Update Data Model:
  
  If the characteristic has been recently added or removed, update the data model or InfoProvider accordingly.
  Refresh the data model to ensure that all changes are reflected.
  
  
  
  Transport Consistency:
  
  If the issue arose after a transport, check that all necessary objects (including characteristics) were transported correctly.
  Ensure that the target system has the same configuration as the source system.
  
  
  
  Check Authorization:
  
  Ensure that the user executing the query has the necessary authorizations to access the characteristic.
  
  
  
  Rebuild Query:
  
  If the issue persists, consider rebuilding the query from scratch to ensure that all components are correctly defined.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: You may use transaction codes like RSA1 (Data Warehousing Workbench) to check InfoObjects and InfoProviders.
  SAP Notes: Check SAP Notes for any known issues or patches related to this error message.
  Documentation: Refer to SAP BW documentation for detailed information on characteristics, InfoObjects, and query design.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the root cause of the RSPLS618 error and implement the necessary corrections to resolve it.