How To Fix UPT031 - Time characteristic values are missing

UPT031 - Overview

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: UPT -

• Message number: 031

• Message text: Time characteristic values are missing

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message UPT031 - Time characteristic values are missing ?

  The SAP error message UPT031, which states that "Time characteristic values are missing," typically occurs in the context of SAP BW (Business Warehouse) or SAP BW/4HANA when dealing with time characteristics in data modeling or reporting. This error indicates that the system is unable to find the necessary time-related data for the operation you are trying to perform, such as loading data into a cube or executing a query.
  Causes:
  
  Missing Time Characteristics: The time characteristics (like year, month, day) that are required for the data model or query are not present in the data source or the InfoObject.
  Incorrect Data Source: The data source being used may not have the necessary time-related fields populated.
  Data Load Issues: There may have been issues during the data load process that resulted in missing time characteristic values.
  
  Configuration Issues: The InfoObject or InfoProvider may not be correctly configured to handle time characteristics.
  Transformation Errors: If you are using