How To Fix RSRA1016 - Setting has errors: Neither characteristics nor structures were selected

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: RSRA1 - Message class for Exception Reporting

• Message number: 016

• Message text: Setting has errors: Neither characteristics nor structures were selected

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message RSRA1016 - Setting has errors: Neither characteristics nor structures were selected ?

  The SAP error message RSRA1016, which states "Setting has errors: Neither characteristics nor structures were selected," typically occurs in the context of SAP BW (Business Warehouse) when you are trying to create or modify a query or a data source, and it indicates that there are no characteristics or structures defined in the settings.
  Cause:
  
  No Characteristics Selected: The query or data source you are working with does not have any characteristics selected. Characteristics are essential for defining the dimensions of your data.
  No Structures Defined: If you are working with a structure (like a multi-dimensional data model), it may not have any structures defined.
  Incorrect Query Configuration: The query configuration might be incomplete or incorrectly set up, leading to this error.
  Missing InfoObjects: The InfoObjects (characteristics or key figures) that you are trying to use may not be available or activated in the InfoProvider.
  
  Solution:
  
  Select Characteristics: Go back to the query or data source settings and ensure that you have selected at least one characteristic. This can usually be done in the query designer or the data source configuration.
  Define Structures: If you are using structures, make sure that you have defined them correctly and that they include the necessary characteristics.
  Check InfoObjects: Verify that the InfoObjects you are trying to use are active and available in the InfoProvider. You can check this in the InfoObject maintenance area.
  Review Query Configuration: Double-check the entire query configuration to ensure that all necessary components are included and correctly set up.
  Transport Requests: If you are working in a development environment, ensure that all necessary transport requests have been moved to the production environment, as missing objects can lead to this error.
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: You may need to use transaction codes like RSA1 (Data Warehousing Workbench) to access InfoProviders and InfoObjects.
  Documentation: Refer to SAP Help documentation for detailed guidance on setting up queries and InfoProviders.
  SAP Notes: Check SAP Notes for any known issues or patches related to this error message.
  Community Forums: SAP Community forums can be a valuable resource for troubleshooting and finding solutions from other users who may have encountered the same issue.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the RSRA1016 error and successfully configure your query or data source in SAP BW.