How To Fix RSPLS_CR021 - Combination '&1' is invalid; Valid is '&2': Characteristic '&3'

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

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

• Message number: 021

• Message text: Combination '&1' is invalid; Valid is '&2': Characteristic '&3'

What causes this issue?

In the characteristic relationships, you are either using a relation of
type attribute or a navigation attribute. Characteristic '&V4&' is
either being used in the relation before or is a navigation attribute.
Combination '&V1&' is not included in the master data table for
characteristic '&V3&'. According to the master data table, only the
combination '&V2&' is valid.

System Response

In input-ready queries, cells of this type cannot be changed or filled w
ith data. In planning functions, data records that contain this
combination cannot be generated.

How to fix this error?

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

Procedure for System Administrators

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message RSPLS_CR021 - Combination '&1' is invalid; Valid is '&2': Characteristic '&3' ?

  The SAP error message RSPLS_CR021 indicates that there is an issue with a combination of characteristics in a query or report, specifically in the context of SAP BW (Business Warehouse) or SAP BI (Business Intelligence). This error typically arises when a user tries to execute a query that includes a combination of characteristics that is not valid or not allowed based on the data model or the settings in the InfoProvider.
  Cause:
  
  
  Invalid Combination: The combination of characteristics specified in the query does not exist in the underlying data model. This could be due to:
  
  The characteristics not being linked properly in the InfoObject or InfoProvider.
  The characteristics being incompatible with each other based on the data model.
  The characteristic values being filtered out or not available in the data set.
  
  
  
  Data Model Changes: If there have been recent changes to the data model, such as changes in the InfoObjects, InfoProviders, or the underlying data, it may lead to invalid combinations.
  
  
  Query Design Issues: The query might be designed incorrectly, leading to the selection of incompatible characteristics.
  
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check Characteristic Combinations: Review the characteristics used in the query. Ensure that the combination of characteristics is valid and that they are compatible with each other.
  
  
  Validate InfoProvider: Check the InfoProvider (e.g., InfoCube, DSO) to ensure that the characteristics are correctly defined and linked. You can do this by:
  
  Going to the Data Warehousing Workbench (transaction RSA1).
  Navigating to the InfoProvider and checking the characteristics and their relationships.
  
  
  
  Review Query Design: Open the query in the Query Designer and verify the settings. Ensure that the characteristics are correctly set up in the rows, columns, and filters.
  
  
  Check for Data Availability: Ensure that there is data available for the selected characteristics. You can run a simple report or query to check if data exists for the combinations you are trying to use.
  
  
  Rebuild the Query: If the issue persists, consider rebuilding the query from scratch to ensure that all settings are correct.
  
  
  Consult Documentation: Refer to SAP documentation or support notes related to the specific error message for additional guidance.
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: You may use transaction codes like RSA1 (Data Warehousing Workbench) and RSRT (Query Monitor) to analyze and troubleshoot the issue.
  SAP Notes: Check SAP Notes for any known issues or patches related to this error message.
  Community Forums: SAP Community and other forums can be helpful for finding similar issues faced by other users and their solutions.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the cause of the RSPLS_CR021 error and implement a solution to resolve it.