How To Fix RSTRAN056 - No constant date defined for reading master data from &

RSTRAN056 - Overview

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: RSTRAN - Messages for Transformation

• Message number: 056

• Message text: No constant date defined for reading master data from &

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message RSTRAN056 - No constant date defined for reading master data from & ?

  The SAP error message RSTRAN056 indicates that there is no constant date defined for reading master data from a specific source. This error typically occurs in the context of data extraction or transformation processes, particularly when working with SAP BW (Business Warehouse) or SAP BI (Business Intelligence).
  
  Cause:
  The error arises when the system attempts to read master data for a specific InfoObject or characteristic, but it cannot find a defined constant date. This constant date is necessary for the system to determine which version of the master data to use, especially when dealing with time-dependent master data.
  
  Solution:
  To resolve the RSTRAN056 error, you can follow these steps:
  
  
  Check the InfoObject Settings:
  
  Go to the InfoObject in the SAP BW system and check its settings.
  Ensure that the "Constant Date" is defined for the InfoObject. This can usually be found in the InfoObject maintenance screen under the "Attributes" or "Time Dependency" settings.
  
  
  
  Define a Constant Date:
  
  If a