How To Fix RSPLS_CR014 - Characteristic combinations: Cannot find values for characteristic '&1'

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: RSPLS_CR - Messages on Characteristic Relationships/Data Slices

• Message number: 014

• Message text: Characteristic combinations: Cannot find values for characteristic '&1'

What causes this issue?

The query is parameterized so that aggregation level combinations are
derived for all characteristics according to how the characteristic
relationships are maintained. Characteristic values for the
characteristic '&V1&' are to be read for the current selection. However,
no values were found.

System Response

Manual planning is not possible because characteristic combinations
could not be derived.

How to fix this error?

Maintain the corresponding characteristic values for the characteristic
'&V1&'.

Procedure for System Administrators

The system issues an error message and will not allow you to continue with this transaction until the error is resolved.

Error message extract from SAP system. Copyright SAP SE.

Smart SAP Assistant

• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message RSPLS_CR014 - Characteristic combinations: Cannot find values for characteristic '&1' ?

  The SAP error message RSPLS_CR014 indicates that the system cannot find values for a specific characteristic in the context of a query or report, typically related to SAP BW (Business Warehouse) or SAP BI (Business Intelligence). This error often arises when the system is trying to process a query that includes a characteristic for which there are no corresponding values in the underlying data model.
  Cause:
  
  Missing Data: The characteristic specified in the error message does not have any values in the InfoProvider or the data source being queried.
  Incorrect Query Design: The query may be designed incorrectly, leading to a situation where the characteristic is not relevant for the data being retrieved.
  Data Load Issues: There may have been issues during the data loading process, resulting in missing or incomplete data for the characteristic.
  Filter Settings: Filters applied in the query may exclude all possible values for the characteristic, leading to no results being returned.
  Characteristic Not Active: The characteristic may not be active in the InfoObject or may not be included in the relevant InfoProvider.
  
  Solution:
  
  Check Data Availability: Verify that the characteristic has values in the underlying data source. You can do this by checking the relevant InfoProvider or data model.
  Review Query Design: Examine the query design in the BEx Query Designer or the relevant reporting tool to ensure that the characteristic is correctly included and relevant to the data being queried.
  Data Load Verification: Check the data load process to ensure that data for the characteristic is being loaded correctly. Look for any errors or warnings in the data load logs.
  Adjust Filters: Review any filters applied in the query to ensure they are not excluding all values for the characteristic. Adjust the filters as necessary.
  Activate Characteristic: If the characteristic is not active, activate it in the InfoObject settings and ensure it is included in the relevant InfoProvider.
  Check Aggregates: If you are using aggregates, ensure that the characteristic is included in the aggregate definition.
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: You may use transaction codes like RSA1 (Data Warehousing Workbench) to check InfoProviders and data models, and RSRV (Query Monitor) to check for inconsistencies.
  Documentation: Refer to SAP Help documentation for more details on characteristics, InfoObjects, and query design best practices.
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that may address specific issues related to this error message.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the root cause of the RSPLS_CR014 error and implement the necessary solutions to resolve it.