How To Fix RSRV011 - Examine dimension &1 (techn. name &2)

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: RSRV -

• Message number: 011

• Message text: Examine dimension &1 (techn. name &2)

What causes this issue?

The system is checking the external key relationship for the fact table
for dimension &V1&, technical name &V2&, meaning that the system is
checking that the dimension-key value in the fact table in the columns
for dimension &V1& is also a value for the key in the dimension table.

System Response

The system issues an error message and will not allow you to continue with this transaction until the error is resolved.

How to fix this error?

Procedure for System Administrators

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message RSRV011 - Examine dimension &1 (techn. name &2) ?

  The SAP error message RSRV011, which states "Examine dimension &1 (techn. name &2)," typically occurs in the context of SAP BW (Business Warehouse) when there are issues related to the data model, particularly with InfoObjects or dimensions in a DataStore Object (DSO) or InfoCube.
  Cause:
  
  Data Inconsistencies: The error often indicates that there are inconsistencies or issues with the data in the specified dimension. This could be due to missing or incorrect data entries.
  Data Model Changes: Changes made to the data model, such as modifications to InfoObjects or dimensions, can lead to inconsistencies if not properly managed.
  Transport Issues: If the data model was transported from one system to another, there might be discrepancies in the data or structure.
  Data Loading Errors: Errors during data loading processes can lead to incomplete or corrupted data in the dimension.
  
  Solution:
  
  Use Transaction RSRV: The first step is to use transaction RSRV (Data Warehousing Workbench) to analyze the dimension. Enter the technical name of the dimension and execute the check.
  Check for Inconsistencies: Review the results of the check for any inconsistencies or errors. The system will provide details on what needs to be corrected.
  Correct Data Issues: Based on the findings, you may need to correct data entries, remove duplicates, or fix any other identified issues.
  Reprocess Data: If the issue was caused by a failed data load, you may need to reprocess the data load to ensure that the dimension is populated correctly.
  Transport Validation: If the issue arose after a transport, validate that all necessary objects were transported correctly and that there are no missing dependencies.
  Consult Documentation: Refer to SAP documentation or notes related to the specific error message for additional guidance and troubleshooting steps.
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: RSRV (for checking data consistency), RSA1 (Data Warehousing Workbench), and RSTT (for performance analysis).
  SAP Notes: Check SAP Notes for any known issues or patches related to the specific version of SAP BW you are using.
  Data Modeling Best Practices: Ensure that best practices for data modeling and loading are followed to minimize the occurrence of such errors in the future.
  
  If the problem persists after following these steps, it may be beneficial to consult with your SAP Basis or BW team for further investigation or to reach out to SAP support for assistance.