How To Fix RSRV109 - Compare number range for SID of characteristic &1 with max. SID

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: RSRV -

• Message number: 109

• Message text: Compare number range for SID of characteristic &1 with max. SID

Description
This elementary test checks whether a number range object exists for
the SIDs for the characteristic &V1&. If this is the case, it checks
whether the largest <AB>SID</> used is smaller than or if it has the
same status as the number range object. If this is not the case, an
error has occured.
Repairs
The status of the number range object can be corrected in the repair
mode. A number range object is also created here if it is missing. To
allow a missing number range object to be created, you can also
reactivate the characteristic.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message RSRV109 - Compare number range for SID of characteristic &1 with max. SID ?

  The SAP error message RSRV109 indicates an issue with the number range for the SID (Surrogate ID) of a characteristic in the context of SAP BW (Business Warehouse). This error typically arises during the data loading or data modeling processes when the SID for a characteristic exceeds the maximum allowed value.
  Cause:
  
  SID Overflow: The SID for a characteristic has exceeded the maximum value that can be assigned. This can happen if the number of unique values for a characteristic is greater than what the system can handle.
  Configuration Issues: There may be misconfigurations in the characteristic settings or the data model that lead to incorrect SID assignments.
  Data Quality Issues: If the data being loaded contains unexpected or erroneous values, it can lead to SID generation issues.
  
  Solution:
  
  Check SID Ranges: Use transaction RSRV to check the SID ranges for the characteristic in question. You can compare the current SID values with the maximum SID value allowed.
  Adjust Number Ranges: If the SID range is indeed exceeded, you may need to adjust the number range settings for the characteristic. This can involve:
  
  Increasing the maximum SID value if possible.
  Reducing the number of unique values for the characteristic by consolidating or cleaning the data.
  
  
  Data Cleanup: Review the data being loaded for any anomalies or duplicates that could be causing the SID overflow. Clean up the data as necessary.
  Rebuild the Characteristic: In some cases, it may be necessary to delete and recreate the characteristic in the data model to reset the SID assignment.
  Consult Documentation: Refer to SAP documentation or support for specific guidelines on handling SID issues for your version of SAP BW.
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction RSRV: This transaction is used for data consistency checks in SAP BW. You can use it to analyze and resolve issues related to SIDs and other data integrity problems.
  SID Table: Each characteristic has an associated SID table that stores the mapping of characteristic values to SIDs. Understanding how this table works can help in troubleshooting SID-related issues.
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that may address specific issues related to SID management and error RSRV109.
  
  If the problem persists after trying the above solutions, it may be beneficial to reach out to SAP support for further assistance.