How To Fix RSTLOGOHISTORY023 - Unable to read version of basic char. &1, object version &2, version &3

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: RSTLOGOHISTORY -

• Message number: 023

• Message text: Unable to read version of basic char. &1, object version &2, version &3

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message RSTLOGOHISTORY023 - Unable to read version of basic char. &1, object version &2, version &3 ?

  The SAP error message RSTLOGOHISTORY023 indicates that there is an issue with reading the version of a basic characteristic in the SAP system. This error typically occurs in the context of SAP BW (Business Warehouse) or SAP BW/4HANA when dealing with InfoObjects or characteristics in the data model.
  Cause:
  The error message can be caused by several factors, including:
  
  Missing or Inconsistent Data: The characteristic version you are trying to access may not exist or may have been deleted or modified in a way that makes it inaccessible.
  Transport Issues: If the characteristic was transported from one system to another (e.g., from development to production), there may have been issues during the transport process that led to inconsistencies.
  Versioning Issues: The version of the characteristic being referenced may not match the expected version in the system, leading to a mismatch.
  Authorization Issues: The user may not have the necessary authorizations to access the characteristic or its versions.
  
  Solution:
  To resolve the error, you can take the following steps:
  
  
  Check the Characteristic: Verify that the characteristic (basic char) exists in the system and that the version numbers are correct. You can do this by navigating to the InfoObject in the SAP BW modeling tools.
  
  
  Check Transport Logs: If the characteristic was recently transported, check the transport logs for any errors or warnings that may indicate issues during the transport process.
  
  
  Re-activate the Characteristic: Sometimes, reactivating the characteristic can resolve inconsistencies. You can do this by going to the InfoObject maintenance transaction (e.g., RSA1) and reactivating the characteristic.
  
  
  Check Authorizations: Ensure that the user encountering the error has the necessary authorizations to access the characteristic and its versions.
  
  
  Consult SAP Notes: Check the SAP Support Portal for any relevant SAP Notes that may address this specific error message. There may be patches or updates that resolve known issues.
  
  
  System Consistency Check: Run consistency checks in the BW system to identify and resolve any inconsistencies in the data model.
  
  
  Contact SAP Support: If the issue persists after trying the above steps, consider reaching out to SAP Support for further assistance. Provide them with the error message details and any relevant logs.
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: You may use transaction codes like RSA1 (Data Warehousing Workbench) to manage InfoObjects and check their status.
  SAP BW Documentation: Refer to the official SAP BW documentation for more details on InfoObjects and characteristics.
  SAP Community: The SAP Community forums can be a valuable resource for finding similar issues and solutions shared by other users.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to diagnose and resolve the RSTLOGOHISTORY023 error in your SAP system.