How To Fix RSRV264 - Char. &1 (basic char. &2) has number range number &3 with object &4

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: RSRV -

• Message number: 264

• Message text: Char. &1 (basic char. &2) has number range number &3 with object &4

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message RSRV264 - Char. &1 (basic char. &2) has number range number &3 with object &4 ?

  The SAP error message RSRV264 indicates an issue related to the number range assignment for a characteristic in the context of SAP BW (Business Warehouse). This error typically arises when there is a mismatch or a problem with the number range configuration for a characteristic in the InfoObject.
  Cause:
  
  Number Range Assignment: The characteristic (Char. &1) is assigned a number range (number &3) that is not properly defined or is missing for the specified object (object &4).
  Configuration Issues: There may be issues in the configuration of the InfoObject or the number range settings in the SAP system.
  Transport Issues: If the InfoObject was transported from one system to another, the number range might not have been transported correctly.
  Data Consistency: There may be inconsistencies in the data that are causing the number range to be invalid.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check Number Range Configuration:
  
  Go to transaction code SNRO (Number Range Objects) and check the number range object associated with the characteristic.
  Ensure that the number range is defined correctly and is active.
  
  
  
  Adjust InfoObject Settings:
  
  Use transaction code RSA1 to access the Data Warehousing Workbench.
  Navigate to the InfoObject in question and check its settings, especially the number range assignment.
  
  
  
  Reassign Number Range:
  
  If the number range is missing or incorrect, you may need to create a new number range or reassign the existing one to the characteristic.
  
  
  
  Transport Issues:
  
  If the issue arose after a transport, ensure that all related objects, including number ranges, were transported correctly.
  You may need to re-transport the number range or manually adjust it in the target system.
  
  
  
  Data Consistency Check:
  
  Run consistency checks for the InfoObject and the associated data to identify any inconsistencies that may need to be resolved.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Refer to SAP documentation or notes related to the specific error message for additional guidance and troubleshooting steps.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  
  Transaction Codes:
  
  SNRO: Number Range Objects
  RSA1: Data Warehousing Workbench
  RSRV: Consistency Check for BW Objects
  
  
  
  SAP Notes: Check SAP Notes for any known issues or patches related to this error message.
  
  
  Support: If the issue persists after following the above steps, consider reaching out to SAP support for further assistance.
  
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify and resolve the issue related to the RSRV264 error message in SAP BW.