How To Fix SADL_GW_ATC_VOCAN051 - &1: Dimension &2 must also be part of the Dimensions Property

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: SADL_GW_ATC_VOCAN -

• Message number: 051

• Message text: &1: Dimension &2 must also be part of the Dimensions Property

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message SADL_GW_ATC_VOCAN051 - &1: Dimension &2 must also be part of the Dimensions Property ?

  The SAP error message SADL_GW_ATC_VOCAN051 typically occurs in the context of the SAP Gateway and the ABAP programming environment, particularly when working with the SAP Application Development Framework (SADL). This error indicates that there is a mismatch or inconsistency in the dimensions defined for a data model or a query.
  Cause:
  The error message states that a specific dimension (denoted as &2) must be included in the "Dimensions Property" of the data model or query you are working with. This usually happens when:
  
  Missing Dimension: The dimension you are trying to use in your query or data model is not included in the list of dimensions that have been defined for that model.
  Incorrect Configuration: There may be a configuration issue where the dimensions are not properly set up in the metadata of the data model.
  Changes in Data Model: If the data model has been modified (e.g., dimensions added or removed), but the associated queries or services have not been updated accordingly.
  
  Solution:
  To resolve this error, you can follow these steps:
  
  
  Check Dimensions Property:
  
  Go to the definition of the data model or query where the error is occurring.
  Verify that the dimension &2 is included in the "Dimensions Property" of the model.
  
  
  
  Update the Data Model:
  
  If the dimension is missing, add it to the dimensions property of the data model.
  Ensure that all necessary dimensions are included and correctly configured.
  
  
  
  Regenerate the Service:
  
  After making changes to the data model, regenerate the associated OData service or any other relevant artifacts to ensure that the changes take effect.
  
  
  
  Test the Query:
  
  Once the dimensions are correctly set up, test the query or service again to see if the error persists.
  
  
  
  Check for Dependencies:
  
  Ensure that there are no other dependencies or configurations that might be affecting the dimensions.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  SAP Documentation: Refer to the official SAP documentation for SADL and OData services for more detailed information on how to configure dimensions and data models.
  SAP Community: Engage with the SAP Community forums to see if other users have encountered similar issues and how they resolved them.
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as SE80 (Object Navigator) or SE11 (Data Dictionary) to navigate and modify data models.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the error message SADL_GW_ATC_VOCAN051 and ensure that your data model is correctly configured.