How To Fix RSWWW023 - Drag&Relate is not available in the graphic legend (no characteristic)

RSWWW023 - Overview

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: RSWWW - Messages for BW Web Reporting

• Message number: 023

• Message text: Drag&Relate is not available in the graphic legend (no characteristic)

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message RSWWW023 - Drag&Relate is not available in the graphic legend (no characteristic) ?

  The SAP error message RSWWW023 indicates that the Drag&Relate functionality is not available in the graphic legend because there is no characteristic defined for the graphic. This typically occurs in the context of SAP BW (Business Warehouse) or SAP BusinessObjects when trying to use the Drag&Relate feature in a report or dashboard.
  
  Cause:
  
  Missing Characteristics: The graphic or chart you are trying to use does not have any characteristics assigned to it. Characteristics are essential for the Drag&Relate functionality to work, as they define the data context for the interaction.
  Incorrect Configuration: The configuration of the report or dashboard may not be set up correctly to support Drag&Relate.
  Data Source Issues: The data source used for the graphic may not contain the necessary characteristics or may not be properly linked to the graphic.
  
  
  Solution:
  
  Check Characteristics: Ensure that the graphic or chart has the necessary characteristics assigned. You can do this by editing the properties of