How To Fix RSPLS_CR120 - Characteristic: '&1'; Characteristic value: '&2'

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

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

• Message number: 120

• Message text: Characteristic: '&1'; Characteristic value: '&2'

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message RSPLS_CR120 - Characteristic: '&1'; Characteristic value: '&2' ?

  The SAP error message RSPLS_CR120 typically occurs in the context of SAP BW (Business Warehouse) when dealing with characteristics and their values in queries or data models. This error indicates that there is an issue with a specific characteristic and its associated value, which may not be valid or recognized in the context of the query or data model you are working with.
  Cause:
  
  Invalid Characteristic Value: The characteristic value specified may not exist in the master data or may have been deleted or deactivated.
  Inconsistent Data: There may be inconsistencies in the data model, such as missing or incorrect entries in the InfoObject or master data tables.
  Authorization Issues: The user may not have the necessary authorizations to access the characteristic or its values.
  Data Model Changes: Recent changes to the data model or InfoObjects may have led to the characteristic or its values being altered or removed.
  
  Solution:
  
  Check Characteristic and Value: Verify that the characteristic (&1) and its value (&2) exist in the master data. You can do this by navigating to the relevant InfoObject in the SAP BW system and checking the master data.
  Data Consistency: Ensure that the data in the InfoProvider is consistent. You may need to run data consistency checks or reprocess the data if inconsistencies are found.
  Authorization Check: Ensure that the user has the necessary authorizations to access the characteristic and its values. You can check this in the user roles and authorizations.
  Rebuild or Update Data Model: If there have been recent changes to the data model, consider rebuilding or updating the data model to ensure that all characteristics and values are correctly defined and accessible.
  Check Query Design: If the error occurs in a query, review the query design to ensure that the characteristic is correctly included and that the filters or selections applied are valid.
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: You can use transaction codes like RSA1 (Data Warehousing Workbench) to check InfoObjects and master data.
  SAP Notes: Check SAP Notes for any known issues or patches related to this error message.
  Documentation: Refer to SAP BW documentation for more details on characteristics, InfoObjects, and data modeling best practices.
  
  If the issue persists after following these steps, consider reaching out to your SAP support team or consulting the SAP community for further assistance.