How To Fix RSRV532 - Aggregate with UID &1 includes invalid chars. These will be deleted.

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: RSRV -

• Message number: 532

• Message text: Aggregate with UID &1 includes invalid chars. These will be deleted.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message RSRV532 - Aggregate with UID &1 includes invalid chars. These will be deleted. ?

  The SAP error message RSRV532 indicates that an aggregate in the SAP BW (Business Warehouse) system contains invalid characters in its unique identifier (UID). This can occur when the UID of an aggregate includes characters that are not allowed or recognized by the system, leading to potential issues in data processing and reporting.
  Cause:
  
  Invalid Characters: The UID of the aggregate may contain special characters, spaces, or other invalid characters that are not permitted in SAP BW.
  Data Migration or Import Issues: If data was migrated from another system or imported, it may have introduced invalid characters.
  Manual Entry Errors: If UIDs were manually created or modified, there may have been mistakes in the character set used.
  
  Solution:
  
  Identify the Aggregate: Use transaction code RSRV to access the Data Warehousing Workbench and check the aggregates that are causing the issue.
  Check UIDs: Review the UIDs of the aggregates to identify any invalid characters. Valid UIDs typically consist of alphanumeric characters and underscores.
  Rename or Delete: 
  
  If the aggregate is not needed, you can delete it.
  If it is needed, you may need to rename the aggregate to remove the invalid characters. This can often be done in the aggregate maintenance screen.
  
  
  Rebuild Aggregates: After correcting the UIDs, you may need to rebuild the aggregates to ensure they function correctly.
  Run Consistency Checks: After making changes, run consistency checks in RSRV to ensure that there are no further issues.
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction RSRV: This transaction is used for checking the consistency of InfoObjects, InfoProviders, and aggregates in SAP BW.
  Documentation: Refer to SAP Help documentation for more details on valid UID formats and aggregate management.
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that may provide additional guidance or patches related to this error.
  
  Preventive Measures:
  
  Standard Naming Conventions: Establish and enforce naming conventions for UIDs to avoid the introduction of invalid characters.
  Validation Checks: Implement validation checks during data entry or migration processes to catch invalid characters early.
  Regular Maintenance: Schedule regular checks of aggregates and other objects in the BW system to identify and resolve issues proactively.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the RSRV532 error and prevent it from occurring in the future.