How To Fix RSRV229 - Type for entry '&1' is '&2'. Only 'A','T',' ' are allowed

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: RSRV -

• Message number: 229

• Message text: Type for entry '&1' is '&2'. Only 'A','T',' ' are allowed

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message RSRV229 - Type for entry '&1' is '&2'. Only 'A','T',' ' are allowed ?

  The SAP error message RSRV229 indicates that there is an issue with the type of an entry in a certain context, typically related to the data in a BW (Business Warehouse) InfoObject or InfoProvider. The message specifies that the type for the entry must be one of the allowed values: 'A' (Attribute), 'T' (Text), or a blank (' ').
  Cause:
  The error usually arises when:
  
  An InfoObject or InfoProvider has been incorrectly configured, and the type assigned to a certain entry does not match the expected values.
  There may be data inconsistencies or corruption in the metadata of the InfoObject.
  A custom development or enhancement might have introduced an invalid type.
  
  Solution:
  To resolve the RSRV229 error, you can follow these steps:
  
  
  Check the InfoObject Configuration:
  
  Go to the InfoObject maintenance transaction (e.g., RSA1).
  Locate the InfoObject that is causing the error.
  Verify the settings for the attributes and texts. Ensure that the types are set correctly to either 'A', 'T', or left blank.
  
  
  
  Use Transaction RSRV:
  
  Execute transaction RSRV (Data Consistency Check).
  Run the consistency checks for the specific InfoObject or InfoProvider.
  Look for any inconsistencies reported and follow the recommendations to fix them.
  
  
  
  Correct the Type:
  
  If you identify an entry with an invalid type, correct it to one of the allowed values ('A', 'T', or ' ').
  If necessary, you may need to delete and recreate the entry with the correct type.
  
  
  
  Transport Requests:
  
  If the issue is related to a transport request, ensure that the transport is correctly configured and that all necessary objects are included.
  
  
  
  Check for Custom Code:
  
  If there are any custom developments or enhancements, review the code to ensure that it does not introduce invalid types.
  
  
  
  Consult SAP Notes:
  
  Check the SAP Support Portal for any relevant notes or updates related to this error message. There may be specific patches or updates that address this issue.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes:
  
  RSA1: Data Warehousing Workbench
  RSRV: Data Consistency Check
  
  
  Documentation:
  
  SAP Help Portal for BW/BI documentation.
  
  
  SAP Community:
  
  Engage with the SAP Community forums for insights from other users who may have encountered similar issues.
  
  
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify and resolve the cause of the RSRV229 error in your SAP BW environment.