How To Fix RSTRAN073 - Time distribution not possible: Functionality not available

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: RSTRAN - Messages for Transformation

• Message number: 073

• Message text: Time distribution not possible: Functionality not available

What causes this issue?

The time characteristic in the source has a less precise granularity
than the time characteristic in the target. You tried to assign the
smaller time characteristic to the less precise time characteristic in
the target, which means that the time characteristic would be updated by
time distribution. This function of time distribution is not yet
available.

System Response

Rule type is "no time update".

How to fix this error?

Choose a different time characteristic from the source.

Procedure for System Administrators

The system issues an error message and will not allow you to continue with this transaction until the error is resolved.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message RSTRAN073 - Time distribution not possible: Functionality not available ?

  The SAP error message RSTRAN073: Time distribution not possible: Functionality not available typically occurs in the context of SAP BW (Business Warehouse) or SAP BI (Business Intelligence) when there is an issue with the time distribution functionality in the data transfer process (DTP) or during the execution of a query.
  Cause:
  
  Missing Configuration: The time distribution functionality may not be configured properly in the system. This can happen if the necessary settings for time-dependent data are not set up in the InfoObject or InfoProvider.
  Data Source Issues: The data source from which you are trying to extract data may not support time distribution.
  Version Compatibility: The version of SAP BW or BI you are using may not support the specific time distribution functionality you are trying to use.
  Missing Authorizations: The user executing the process may not have the necessary authorizations to perform time distribution.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check Configuration:
  
  Ensure that the InfoObject or InfoProvider is correctly configured for time-dependent data. This includes checking the settings for time characteristics and ensuring that the time distribution is enabled.
  Review the settings in the DataSource and ensure that it supports time distribution.
  
  
  
  Review Data Source:
  
  Verify that the data source you are using is compatible with the time distribution functionality. If it is not, you may need to adjust your data extraction strategy.
  
  
  
  Update SAP Version:
  
  If you are using an older version of SAP BW/BI, consider upgrading to a version that supports the required functionality.
  
  
  
  Check Authorizations:
  
  Ensure that the user has the necessary authorizations to execute the time distribution. This can be checked in the user roles and profiles.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Refer to the SAP Help Portal or relevant SAP Notes for specific guidance on configuring time distribution and troubleshooting related issues.
  
  
  
  Contact SAP Support:
  
  If the issue persists after checking the above points, consider reaching out to SAP Support for further assistance.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  SAP Notes: Search for relevant SAP Notes that may address this specific error message or provide additional troubleshooting steps.
  SAP Community: Engage with the SAP Community forums where other users may have encountered similar issues and can share their solutions.
  Documentation: Review the official SAP documentation for BW/BI regarding time-dependent data handling and distribution.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the root cause of the error and implement a solution to resolve it.