How To Fix RSRV156 - Characteristic &1 Exists Only in a Modified Version

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: RSRV -

• Message number: 156

• Message text: Characteristic &1 Exists Only in a Modified Version

What causes this issue?

Characteristic &V1& only exists in its modified version and not in an
active version. Activate it before running any tests from transaction
RSRV. When activating, the tables and other data structures, which are
checked in transaction RSRV, are created first.

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 RSRV156 - Characteristic &1 Exists Only in a Modified Version ?

  The SAP error message RSRV156, which states "Characteristic &1 Exists Only in a Modified Version," typically occurs in the context of SAP BW (Business Warehouse) when there is an issue with the characteristics in the InfoObjects or when working with queries in the BEx (Business Explorer) Analyzer.
  Cause:
  This error usually arises due to one of the following reasons:
  
  
  Modified Characteristics: The characteristic in question has been modified in a way that it is no longer compatible with the standard version. This can happen if the characteristic was changed in the data model or if there are inconsistencies in the metadata.
  
  
  Transport Issues: If the characteristic was transported from one system to another (e.g., from development to production), there may be inconsistencies or missing objects that lead to this error.
  
  
  Version Conflicts: There may be multiple versions of the characteristic, and the system is trying to access a version that is not the active one.
  
  
  Data Model Changes: Changes in the underlying data model or InfoObjects that are not reflected in the queries or reports can also lead to this error.
  
  
  Solution:
  To resolve the RSRV156 error, you can follow these steps:
  
  
  Check the Characteristic: Go to the InfoObject maintenance (transaction code RSD1) and check the characteristic mentioned in the error message. Ensure that it is correctly defined and activated.
  
  
  Activate the Characteristic: If the characteristic is in a modified state, try to activate it again. This can often resolve issues related to inconsistencies.
  
  
  Check for Transport Issues: If the characteristic was recently transported, ensure that all related objects were transported correctly. You may need to re-transport or adjust the transport requests.
  
  
  Use Transaction RSRV: Use transaction RSRV to check for inconsistencies in the BW system. You can run checks on the InfoObjects and characteristics to identify and fix any issues.
  
  
  Rebuild Queries: If the characteristic is used in queries, consider rebuilding or refreshing the queries that utilize this characteristic to ensure they are aligned with the current data model.
  
  
  Consult Documentation: Review SAP notes and documentation related to the specific version of SAP BW you are using, as there may be specific patches or updates that address this issue.
  
  
  Seek Help from SAP Support: If the issue persists after trying the above solutions, consider reaching out to SAP support for further assistance.
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: RSD1 (InfoObject Maintenance), RSRV (Consistency Check), RSA1 (Data Warehousing Workbench).
  SAP Notes: Check for relevant SAP Notes that may provide additional insights or fixes related to this error.
  Documentation: Review the SAP BW documentation for best practices on managing InfoObjects and characteristics.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify and resolve the issue causing the RSRV156 error in your SAP BW environment.