How To Fix RSQBW428 - InfoObject &1 may not be used to derive a key date

RSQBW428 - Overview

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: RSQBW -

• Message number: 428

• Message text: InfoObject &1 may not be used to derive a key date

Self-Explanatory Message

Since SAP believes that this specific error message is 'self-explanatory,' no more information has been given.The majority of messages in the SAP system have a message text, however this is frequently insufficient to comprehend or resolve the problem.

To make things easier, more detailed information is frequently added to describe the issue, how to fix it, and the necessary steps or configuration modifications.

Unfortunately, there isn't any extra information in this error notice.

What else can you do?

First, use our AnswerBot below to get a possible cause and solution (requires a premium subscription).

Also, review the in-depth Common Questions & Answers listed below; you could discover a solution there or be able to connect with others who have faced similar challenges.

You can also try searching the SAP support portal (support.sap.com) but you need a special user ID to access it. It is possible that an SAP support note exists that provides additional details about the mistake or even steps for fixing it.

Smart SAP Assistant

• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message RSQBW428 - InfoObject &1 may not be used to derive a key date ?

  The SAP error message RSQBW428 indicates that the InfoObject specified (denoted as &1) cannot be used to derive a key date in the context of a query or data extraction process. This error typically arises in the context of SAP BW (Business Warehouse) when working with queries, data models, or InfoProviders.
  
  Cause:
  The error can occur due to several reasons:
  
  Incompatible InfoObject: The InfoObject you are trying to use for deriving a key date may not be defined as a time characteristic or may not have the necessary attributes to serve as a key date.
  Missing Time Characteristics: The InfoObject may not be linked to a time dimension or may not have the required time attributes set up correctly.
  Query Design Issues: The query may be incorrectly designed, where the InfoObject is being used in a context that does not support key date derivation.
  Data Model Configuration: There may be issues in the configuration of the