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How To Fix UJA_EXCEPTION004 - Failed to create dimension attribute &1


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  • Message type: E = Error

  • Message class: UJA_EXCEPTION - BPC: Admin exception message class

  • Message number: 004

  • Message text: Failed to create dimension attribute &1

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  • What is the cause and solution for SAP error message UJA_EXCEPTION004 - Failed to create dimension attribute &1 ?

    The SAP error message UJA_EXCEPTION004 indicates that there was a failure in creating a dimension attribute in the context of SAP BW (Business Warehouse) or SAP BW/4HANA. This error can occur for various reasons, and understanding the cause is essential for troubleshooting and resolving the issue.

    Possible Causes:

    1. Data Type Mismatch: The attribute being created may have a data type that is incompatible with the existing data model or the source data.
    2. Missing or Incorrect Metadata: The metadata for the dimension or the attribute may be incomplete or incorrectly defined.
    3. Database Constraints: There may be constraints in the underlying database that prevent the creation of the attribute, such as primary key or foreign key constraints.
    4. Authorization Issues: The user attempting to create the attribute may not have the necessary authorizations to perform this action.
    5. Technical Issues: There could be technical issues such as system performance problems, locks on database tables, or other system-related errors.

    Solutions:

    1. Check Data Types: Ensure that the data types of the attributes being created match the expected types in the data model.
    2. Review Metadata: Verify that all necessary metadata is correctly defined and complete. This includes checking the dimension definition and ensuring that all required fields are present.
    3. Database Constraints: Investigate any database constraints that may be causing the issue. You may need to adjust the database schema or the attribute definition to comply with these constraints.
    4. User Authorizations: Check the authorizations of the user attempting to create the attribute. Ensure that they have the necessary permissions to modify the data model.
    5. System Logs: Review system logs for any additional error messages or warnings that may provide more context about the failure.
    6. Transaction Codes: Use transaction codes like RSA1 (Data Warehousing Workbench) to check the status of the InfoObjects and dimensions.
    7. Recreate the Attribute: If the issue persists, consider deleting the problematic attribute and recreating it from scratch, ensuring all settings are correct.

    Related Information:

    • SAP Notes: Check SAP Notes for any known issues related to this error message. SAP frequently updates its knowledge base with solutions to common problems.
    • SAP Community: Engage with the SAP Community forums to see if other users have encountered similar issues and what solutions they found effective.
    • Documentation: Refer to the official SAP documentation for BW/4HANA or the specific version you are using for detailed guidance on dimension attributes and their creation.

    If the problem persists after trying the above solutions, it may be beneficial to contact SAP support for further assistance.

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