How To Fix RSR_DECRYPT003 - Mandatory characteristic &1 (Reason: &2)

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: RSR_DECRYPT - OLAP Decryption Tool

• Message number: 003

• Message text: Mandatory characteristic &1 (Reason: &2)

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message RSR_DECRYPT003 - Mandatory characteristic &1 (Reason: &2) ?

  The SAP error message RSR_DECRYPT003 typically occurs in the context of SAP BW (Business Warehouse) when there is an issue related to the decryption of data, particularly when mandatory characteristics are not provided or are missing in a query or report.
  Cause:
  The error message indicates that a mandatory characteristic (denoted by &1) is missing or not provided in the context of the query execution. The reason (denoted by &2) can vary but often relates to issues such as:
  
  Missing Data: The characteristic is not included in the query definition or the data source.
  Incorrect Query Design: The query may not be designed correctly to include all necessary characteristics.
  Authorization Issues: The user may not have the necessary authorizations to access the data related to the mandatory characteristic.
  Data Model Changes: Changes in the underlying data model or InfoObjects that affect the query.
  
  Solution:
  To resolve the RSR_DECRYPT003 error, you can take the following steps:
  
  
  Check Query Definition:
  
  Open the query in the Query Designer and ensure that all mandatory characteristics are included in the query definition.
  Verify that the characteristic in question is part of the InfoProvider being used.
  
  
  
  Review Data Source:
  
  Ensure that the data source (e.g., InfoCube, DSO) contains the necessary data for the mandatory characteristic.
  Check if the data has been loaded correctly and is available for reporting.
  
  
  
  Authorization Check:
  
  Verify that the user executing the query has the necessary authorizations to access the data related to the mandatory characteristic.
  Check the authorization objects and roles assigned to the user.
  
  
  
  Data Model Verification:
  
  If there have been recent changes to the data model (e.g., changes to InfoObjects, InfoProviders), ensure that these changes are reflected in the query.
  If necessary, refresh the query or re-activate the InfoProvider.
  
  
  
  Testing:
  
  After making the necessary adjustments, test the query again to see if the error persists.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  SAP Notes: Check SAP Notes related to RSR_DECRYPT003 for any specific patches or updates that may address known issues.
  Documentation: Review SAP BW documentation for best practices in query design and data modeling.
  Community Forums: Engage with SAP community forums or support channels for additional insights and solutions from other users who may have encountered similar issues.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify and resolve the cause of the RSR_DECRYPT003 error in your SAP BW environment.