How To Fix RSRV206 - Internal error: Test &1 has type &2 instead of type 'A'

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: RSRV -

• Message number: 206

• Message text: Internal error: Test &1 has type &2 instead of type 'A'

What causes this issue?

An internal error occured in the test environment. Report the error to
SAP Portals and have the following information ready:
,,Wrong type when generating instance
,,Test name: &V1&
,,Type &V2& instead of 'A'

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 RSRV206 - Internal error: Test &1 has type &2 instead of type 'A' ?

  The SAP error message RSRV206 indicates that there is an internal inconsistency in the data model or structure of a query or InfoProvider in SAP BW (Business Warehouse). Specifically, it suggests that a test or check is expecting a certain type of object (in this case, type 'A' which typically refers to an attribute) but is encountering a different type.
  Cause:
  
  Data Model Inconsistency: The error often arises when there is a mismatch in the expected data types within the InfoProvider or query definition. For example, an attribute might be defined incorrectly or there may be a misconfiguration in the data model.
  Changes in Data Structure: If there have been recent changes to the data model, such as adding or modifying attributes, this can lead to inconsistencies.
  Transport Issues: If the object was transported from one system to another, it might not have been transported correctly, leading to type mismatches.
  
  Solution:
  
  Check the Data Model: Review the InfoProvider or query definition to ensure that all attributes and characteristics are defined correctly. Make sure that the expected types match the actual types.
  Rebuild the Query: If the issue persists, consider rebuilding the query or InfoProvider from scratch to ensure that all components are correctly defined.
  Use Transaction RSRV: You can use transaction RSRV to run consistency checks on your InfoProviders and queries. This transaction can help identify and resolve inconsistencies.
  Check for Transport Issues: If the issue arose after a transport, verify that all necessary objects were transported correctly and that there are no missing components.
  Consult SAP Notes: Check the SAP Support Portal for any relevant SAP Notes that might address this specific error or provide additional troubleshooting steps.
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction RSRV: This transaction is used for checking the consistency of InfoProviders and queries in SAP BW. It can help identify issues related to data types and other inconsistencies.
  SAP BW Documentation: Refer to the official SAP BW documentation for detailed information on data modeling and query design.
  SAP Community: Engaging with the SAP Community can provide insights from other users who may have encountered similar issues.
  
  If the problem persists after trying the above solutions, it may be beneficial to reach out to SAP support for further assistance.