How To Fix RSRMON053 - Invisible drilldown characteristics

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: RSRMON - Message Class for Technical Info

• Message number: 053

• Message text: Invisible drilldown characteristics

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message RSRMON053 - Invisible drilldown characteristics ?

  The SAP error message RSRMON053, which indicates "Invisible drilldown characteristics," typically occurs in the context of SAP BW (Business Warehouse) reporting, particularly when using BEx (Business Explorer) tools like BEx Analyzer or BEx Query Designer. This error arises when a query is designed with characteristics that are not visible or not included in the query output, but are still set as drilldown characteristics.
  Cause:
  
  Invisible Characteristics: The characteristics that are set for drilldown in the query are not included in the output of the query. This can happen if the characteristics are not selected in the query definition or if they are set to be hidden.
  Query Design Issues: The query might have been designed in such a way that certain characteristics are not visible in the report layout, but they are still defined as drilldown options.
  Data Source Issues: The underlying data source may not have the necessary data for the characteristics, leading to them being invisible in the report.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check Query Definition:
  
  Open the query in the BEx Query Designer.
  Ensure that all the drilldown characteristics you want to use are included in the query output. If they are not, either add them to the output or remove them from the drilldown settings.
  
  
  
  Modify Characteristic Visibility:
  
  If certain characteristics are set to be hidden, you can change their visibility settings in the query properties. Make sure that the characteristics you want to drill down into are visible in the report.
  
  
  
  Review Data Source:
  
  Check the underlying data source to ensure that it contains data for the characteristics in question. If the data is missing, you may need to refresh the data or check the data loading process.
  
  
  
  Adjust Query Properties:
  
  In the BEx Query Designer, review the properties of the query and ensure that the settings for drilldown characteristics are correctly configured.
  
  
  
  Testing:
  
  After making the necessary adjustments, test the query again to see if the error persists. 
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  BEx Query Designer: This is the tool used to create and modify queries in SAP BW. Familiarity with its features and settings is essential for troubleshooting issues like RSRMON053.
  SAP Notes: Check SAP Notes for any specific patches or updates related to this error. Sometimes, SAP releases notes that address known issues with specific versions of BW or BEx tools.
  Documentation: Refer to SAP documentation for best practices in query design, especially regarding the use of drilldown characteristics.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the RSRMON053 error and ensure that your queries function as intended.