How To Fix RSRMON028 - Characteristics with hierarchy "as posted": &1

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: RSRMON - Message Class for Technical Info

• Message number: 028

• Message text: Characteristics with hierarchy "as posted": &1

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message RSRMON028 - Characteristics with hierarchy "as posted": &1 ?

  The SAP error message RSRMON028, which states "Characteristics with hierarchy 'as posted': &1," typically occurs in the context of reporting and analysis in SAP BW (Business Warehouse) or SAP BI (Business Intelligence). This error indicates that there is an issue with the characteristics that are being used in a query or report, particularly when dealing with hierarchies.
  Cause:
  
  Hierarchy Issues: The characteristic in question may have a hierarchy defined, but the data being queried does not align with the hierarchy structure. This can happen if the hierarchy is not properly maintained or if there are inconsistencies in the data.
  Data Inconsistencies: There may be missing or incorrect data in the InfoProvider that is being queried, leading to issues when trying to display the hierarchy.
  Query Design: The query might be incorrectly designed, such as using a characteristic that is not compatible with the selected hierarchy.
  Authorization Issues: Sometimes, the user may not have the necessary authorizations to view certain data or hierarchies.
  
  Solution:
  
  Check Hierarchy Maintenance: Ensure that the hierarchy for the characteristic is correctly defined and maintained. You can do this by navigating to the hierarchy maintenance transaction in SAP (e.g., RSH1 for Hierarchy Maintenance).
  Validate Data: Check the data in the InfoProvider to ensure that it is complete and consistent. Look for any missing values or discrepancies that could cause the hierarchy to fail.
  Review Query Design: Go through the query design in the BEx Query Designer to ensure that the characteristics and hierarchies are set up correctly. Make sure that the correct hierarchy is being used for the characteristic in question.
  Check Authorizations: Verify that the user has the necessary authorizations to access the data and hierarchies involved in the query.
  Rebuild the Query: If the issue persists, consider rebuilding the query or the affected characteristic to ensure that all settings are correct.
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as RSH1 (Hierarchy Maintenance), RSA1 (Data Warehousing Workbench), and BEx Query Designer.
  SAP Notes: Check SAP Notes for any known issues or patches related to this error message. SAP frequently updates its knowledge base with solutions for common problems.
  Documentation: Review SAP documentation on hierarchies and characteristics in BW/BI for best practices and troubleshooting tips.
  
  If the problem continues after trying these solutions, it may be beneficial to consult with your SAP Basis or BW team for further investigation, as they may have access to logs and additional tools to diagnose the issue.