How To Fix RSTRAN057 - No source time characteristic assigned for reading master data from &

RSTRAN057 - Overview

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: RSTRAN - Messages for Transformation

• Message number: 057

• Message text: No source time characteristic assigned for reading master data from &

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message RSTRAN057 - No source time characteristic assigned for reading master data from & ?

  The SAP error message RSTRAN057 indicates that there is no source time characteristic assigned for reading master data from a specific source. This 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 usually arises due to one of the following reasons:
  
  
  Missing Time Characteristic: The InfoObject or data source you are trying to extract data from does not have a time characteristic assigned. This means that the system cannot determine the time dimension for the data being processed.
  
  
  Incorrect Configuration: The configuration of the InfoSource, DataSource, or InfoObject may be incorrect, leading to the absence of a time characteristic.
  
  
  DataSource Issues: The DataSource itself may not be set up properly to include the necessary time characteristics.
  
  
  Master Data Issues: If the master data is not properly maintained or lacks the required time characteristics, this error can occur.
  
  
  
  Solution:
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