How To Fix /SAPAPO/MA659 - No time characteristics could be determined for the InfoCube

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: /SAPAPO/MA -

• Message number: 659

• Message text: No time characteristics could be determined for the InfoCube

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message /SAPAPO/MA659 - No time characteristics could be determined for the InfoCube ?

  The SAP error message /SAPAPO/MA659 No time characteristics could be determined for the InfoCube typically occurs in the context of SAP Advanced Planning and Optimization (APO) when there is an issue with the time characteristics associated with an InfoCube. This error indicates that the system is unable to find the necessary time-related data to perform the requested operation.
  Causes:
  
  
  Missing Time Characteristics: The InfoCube may not have the required time characteristics defined. This can happen if the InfoCube was not properly configured or if the time characteristics were removed or not activated.
  
  
  Incorrect Data Source: The data source from which the InfoCube is supposed to pull data may not be correctly set up or may not contain the necessary time characteristics.
  
  
  Data Loading Issues: If there are issues with the data loading process (e.g., data not being loaded into the InfoCube), it may lead to the absence of time characteristics.
  
  
  Configuration Issues: There may be configuration issues in the APO system or in the underlying SAP BW system that prevent the time characteristics from being recognized.
  
  
  Version Mismatch: If there are version mismatches between the APO and BW systems, it may lead to inconsistencies in how time characteristics are handled.
  
  
  Solutions:
  
  
  Check InfoCube Configuration: Verify the configuration of the InfoCube to ensure that the necessary time characteristics are defined and activated. You can do this in the InfoCube settings in the SAP BW system.
  
  
  Review Data Sources: Ensure that the data sources feeding into the InfoCube are correctly set up and that they include the necessary time characteristics.
  
  
  Data Load Monitoring: Check the data loading process to ensure that data is being loaded correctly into the InfoCube. Look for any errors or warnings in the data load logs.
  
  
  Reconfigure Time Characteristics: If time characteristics are missing, you may need to reconfigure them in the InfoCube. This may involve adding the necessary time dimensions or attributes.
  
  
  Check for Updates: Ensure that both the SAP APO and BW systems are up to date and that there are no known issues with the current version you are using.
  
  
  Consult Documentation: Refer to SAP documentation or notes related to the specific version of your system for any known issues or additional troubleshooting steps.
  
  
  Contact SAP Support: If the issue persists after trying the above solutions, consider reaching out to SAP support for further assistance.
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  SAP Notes: Check SAP Notes for any specific notes related to this error message. SAP frequently updates their knowledge base with solutions to common issues.
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as RSA1 (Data Warehousing Workbench) for checking InfoCube settings and monitoring data loads.
  Community Forums: Engage with SAP community forums or user groups where similar issues may have been discussed, and solutions shared.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify and resolve the issue causing the /SAPAPO/MA659 error message.