How To Fix RSPLS_CR038 - Values '&1','&2' are different in the higher-level characteristics

RSPLS_CR038 - Overview

• Message type: E = Error

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

• Message number: 038

• Message text: Values '&1','&2' are different in the higher-level characteristics

What causes this issue?

The values '&V1&' for characteristic '&V3&' and '&V2&' for
characteristic '&V4&' are not the same in the higher-level
characteristics. The values of common higher-level characteristics have
to be identical.

System Response

Input-ready query, cells that have these values cannot be changed or
recreated.

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

Error message extract from SAP system. Copyright SAP SE.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message RSPLS_CR038 - Values '&1','&2' are different in the higher-level characteristics ?

  The SAP error message RSPLS_CR038 indicates that there is a discrepancy between the values of higher-level characteristics in a query or report. This typically occurs in the context of SAP BW (Business Warehouse) or SAP BI (Business Intelligence) when dealing with multi-dimensional data models, such as InfoCubes or queries that involve characteristics and key figures.
  
  Cause:
  The error message RSPLS_CR038 arises when the values of certain characteristics at a higher level do not match the values at a lower level. This can happen in scenarios such as:
  
  Inconsistent Data: The data in the InfoProvider may be inconsistent, where the values of a characteristic at a higher aggregation level do not align with the values at a more detailed level.
  Hierarchy Issues: If you are using hierarchies, there may be a mismatch in the values assigned to the higher-level nodes compared to their child nodes.
  Incorrect Query Design: The query may be designed in a way