How To Fix RSRTS_CDS104 - Where clause: &1 is not a characteristic key

RSRTS_CDS104 - Overview

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: RSRTS_CDS - Messages Transient CDS Queries

• Message number: 104

• Message text: Where clause: &1 is not a characteristic key

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message RSRTS_CDS104 - Where clause: &1 is not a characteristic key ?

  The SAP error message RSRTS_CDS104 typically occurs in the context of SAP BW (Business Warehouse) or SAP HANA when you are trying to execute a query or a report that involves a CDS (Core Data Services) view, and there is an issue with the WHERE clause of the query. The specific message indicates that a certain field (represented by &1) is not recognized as a characteristic key.
  
  Cause:
  
  Incorrect Field Usage: The field specified in the WHERE clause is not defined as a characteristic in the underlying data model. This could happen if you are trying to filter on a field that is not part of the key figures or characteristics of the CDS view.
  Modeling Issues: There may be a problem with how the CDS view is modeled. For example, the field might not be included in the projection of the CDS view or might not be properly annotated.
  Typographical Errors: There could