How To Fix VCH_HL_DEP_TRACE088 - Restrict domain of characteristic &1 to supported numeric integer range

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: VCH_HL_DEP_TRACE - VCH Trace: High level messages in Dependency Trace

• Message number: 088

• Message text: Restrict domain of characteristic &1 to supported numeric integer range

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message VCH_HL_DEP_TRACE088 - Restrict domain of characteristic &1 to supported numeric integer range ?

  The SAP error message VCH_HL_DEP_TRACE088 indicates that there is an issue with the domain of a characteristic in a data model or query. Specifically, it suggests that the characteristic is being restricted to a numeric integer range that is not supported. This can occur in various contexts, such as when working with SAP BW (Business Warehouse) or SAP HANA.
  Cause:
  
  Data Type Mismatch: The characteristic may be defined with a data type that does not support the values being assigned to it. For example, if a characteristic is defined as an integer but the values being processed are outside the range of valid integers.
  Incorrect Configuration: The characteristic may have been incorrectly configured in the data model, leading to a mismatch between the expected and actual data types or ranges.
  Data Source Issues: The data source feeding into the characteristic may contain values that exceed the defined range, causing the error when the system attempts to process them.
  
  Solution:
  
  Check Characteristic Definition: Review the definition of the characteristic in the data model. Ensure that the data type and range are correctly defined to accommodate the expected values.
  Adjust Data Source: If the data source is providing values that exceed the defined range, consider adjusting the data source or transforming the data before it is loaded into the characteristic.
  Modify Queries or Reports: If the error occurs in a specific query or report, check the filters and conditions applied to the characteristic. Ensure that they are not inadvertently restricting the values to an unsupported range.
  Data Cleansing: If the data itself is causing the issue, perform data cleansing to remove or correct any out-of-range values before they are processed.
  Consult Documentation: Refer to SAP documentation or support resources for specific guidance on the characteristic and its expected range.
  
  Related Information:
  
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that may address this specific error or provide additional troubleshooting steps.
  SAP Community: Engage with the SAP Community forums to see if other users have encountered similar issues and what solutions they have found.
  Testing: After making changes, conduct thorough testing to ensure that the error is resolved and that the characteristic behaves as expected in all scenarios.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the root cause of the error and implement a suitable solution.