How To Fix RSRMON066 - Free characteristics: &1

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: RSRMON - Message Class for Technical Info

• Message number: 066

• Message text: Free characteristics: &1

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message RSRMON066 - Free characteristics: &1 ?

  The SAP error message RSRMON066 typically occurs in the context of SAP BW (Business Warehouse) when there is an issue with the characteristics used in a query or report. The message indicates that there are free characteristics that are not being handled correctly in the context of the query execution.
  Cause:
  
  Free Characteristics Not Defined: The error may arise if the free characteristics used in the query are not defined properly in the InfoProvider or if they are not available in the data model.
  Data Model Issues: There may be inconsistencies or issues in the underlying data model, such as missing or incorrect data in the InfoObjects.
  Query Design Issues: The query might be designed in a way that does not align with the available data, leading to the inability to process the free characteristics.
  Authorization Issues: Sometimes, the user may not have the necessary authorizations to access certain characteristics, leading to this error.
  
  Solution:
  
  Check Query Design: Review the query design in the BEx Query Designer. Ensure that the free characteristics are correctly defined and that they are relevant to the InfoProvider being used.
  Validate InfoObjects: Ensure that the InfoObjects associated with the free characteristics are correctly defined and that they contain data. You can check this in the Data Warehousing Workbench.
  Data Consistency: Run data consistency checks to ensure that the data in the InfoProvider is complete and accurate. This can include checking for missing data or inconsistencies in the data model.
  Authorization Check: Verify that the user executing the query has the necessary authorizations to access the free characteristics. This can be done by checking the user roles and authorizations in the SAP system.
  Rebuild the Query: If the issue persists, consider rebuilding the query from scratch to ensure that all components are correctly configured.
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: You may use transaction codes like RSRT (to execute queries) and RSA1 (to access the Data Warehousing Workbench) to troubleshoot and analyze the issue.
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that may address this specific error or provide additional troubleshooting steps.
  Documentation: Refer to SAP BW documentation for best practices in query design and InfoProvider configuration.
  
  If the problem continues after trying these solutions, it may be beneficial to consult with your SAP Basis or BW team for further investigation.