How To Fix UPT023 - Retraction: Target structure is not suitable

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: UPT -

• Message number: 023

• Message text: Retraction: Target structure is not suitable

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message UPT023 - Retraction: Target structure is not suitable ?

  The SAP error message UPT023, which states "Retraction: Target structure is not suitable," typically occurs in the context of data retraction processes, particularly when dealing with SAP BW (Business Warehouse) or SAP HANA systems. This error indicates that the target structure defined for the retraction does not match the source structure or is not compatible with the data being retracted.
  Causes:
  
  Mismatched Data Structures: The structure of the data being retracted does not match the target structure defined in the InfoObject or DataStore Object (DSO).
  Incompatible Data Types: The data types of the fields in the source and target structures may not be compatible (e.g., trying to map a character field to a numeric field).
  Missing Fields: Required fields in the target structure may be missing from the source data.
  Incorrect Mapping: The mapping between the source and target fields may not be correctly defined.
  Versioning Issues: If there are changes in the target structure (like adding or removing fields) that have not been reflected in the retraction process.
  
  Solutions:
  
  Check Structure Compatibility: Verify that the source and target structures are compatible. Ensure that all fields in the target structure are present in the source structure and that their data types match.
  Review Field Mapping: Go through the mapping configuration to ensure that all fields are correctly mapped from the source to the target.
  Update Target Structure: If the target structure has changed, update the retraction process to reflect these changes. This may involve modifying the InfoObject or DSO.
  Data Type Adjustments: Ensure that the data types of the fields in the source and target structures are compatible. If necessary, perform data type conversions.
  Check for Required Fields: Make sure that all required fields in the target structure are being populated from the source data.
  Test with Sample Data: Run a test retraction with a small set of data to identify any specific issues that may arise.
  
  Related Information:
  
  SAP Notes: Check SAP Notes related to UPT023 for any specific patches or updates that may address known issues.
  Documentation: Review SAP documentation on data retraction processes, especially for the specific version of SAP BW or HANA you are using.
  Transaction Codes: Use transaction codes like RSA1 (Data Warehousing Workbench) to analyze the InfoObjects and DSOs involved in the retraction process.
  Logs and Traces: Analyze logs and traces for more detailed error messages that can provide additional context for the issue.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the root cause of the UPT023 error and implement the necessary changes to resolve it.