How To Fix WRF_BUDGET304 - Technical attributes of field &1 not identical to InfoObject &2

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: WRF_BUDGET -

• Message number: 304

• Message text: Technical attributes of field &1 not identical to InfoObject &2

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message WRF_BUDGET304 - Technical attributes of field &1 not identical to InfoObject &2 ?

  Certainly! Here's a detailed explanation of the SAP error message:
  
  SAP Error Message:
  WRF_BUDGET304: Technical attributes of field &1 not identical to InfoObject &2
  
  Meaning / Cause:
  This error occurs during data loading or processing in SAP BW (Business Warehouse), specifically when working with InfoObjects and their associated fields in the data source or transformation.
  
  The message indicates that the technical attributes (such as data type, length, decimal places, or other metadata) of a field in the source or transformation do not match the technical attributes defined in the corresponding InfoObject in the BW system.
  For example, the field &1 (field name from the source or transformation) has different technical characteristics than the InfoObject &2 (the BW object).
  This mismatch can happen if:
  
  The source field definition has changed but the InfoObject was not updated accordingly.
  The InfoObject was created or modified with different attributes than the source field.
  There is a mismatch in data type (e.g., CHAR vs NUMC), length, or decimal places.
  The InfoObject is being used in a transformation or DTP where the field metadata does not align.
  
  
  
  
  Typical Scenarios:
  
  Loading data into an InfoObject with incompatible field attributes.
  Changing the source system structure without updating BW metadata.
  Transporting objects between systems where metadata is inconsistent.
  Using a field in a transformation that does not match the InfoObject definition.
  
  
  Solution / How to Fix:
  
  
  Check the Technical Attributes:
  
  Compare the technical attributes of the source field (in the PSA, DataSource, or transformation) with the InfoObject attributes.
  Attributes to check include:
  
  Data type (CHAR, NUMC, INT, DEC, etc.)
  Length
  Number of decimal places
  Format
  
  
  
  
  
  Adjust the InfoObject or Source Field:
  
  If the source field is correct, adjust the InfoObject attributes to match the source.
  
  Go to the InfoObject maintenance (transaction RSD1).
  Change the technical attributes accordingly.
  Note: Changing technical attributes of an InfoObject can have wide impact; ensure this is safe.
  
  
  If the InfoObject is correct, adjust the source field or transformation to match the InfoObject.
  
  This might involve changing the DataSource or transformation logic.
  
  
  
  
  
  Re-activate the InfoObject:
  
  After changes, activate the InfoObject again to ensure metadata consistency.
  
  
  
  Check and Adjust Transformations:
  
  If the error occurs in a transformation, check the source and target fields in the transformation.
  Make sure the field mapping respects the technical attributes.
  
  
  
  Transport and System Consistency:
  
  If objects were transported, verify that the InfoObject and related metadata are consistent across systems.
  
  
  
  Re-generate or Re-extract DataSource:
  
  If the DataSource metadata changed, re-generate or adjust the DataSource to align with the InfoObject.
  
  
  
  
  Additional Information:
  
  This error is common in BW when there are changes in source system structures or when InfoObjects are reused across different data sources.
  Always ensure that InfoObjects are designed with stable and consistent technical attributes.
  Use transaction RSD1 to maintain InfoObjects.
  Use transaction RSA1 to check DataSources and transformations.
  Use transaction RSO2 to check DataSource metadata.
  If unsure, consult the BW data modeler or basis team before making changes to avoid data inconsistencies.
  
  
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  Error
  WRF_BUDGET304: Technical attributes of field &1 not identical to InfoObject &2
  
  
  Cause
  Mismatch in technical attributes (data type, length, decimals) between source field and InfoObject
  
  
  Solution
  Align technical attributes by adjusting InfoObject or source field; re-activate objects; check transformations
  
  
  Tools
  RSD1 (InfoObject maintenance), RSA1 (BW modeling), RSO2 (DataSource maintenance)
  
  
  
  
  If you provide the exact field names (&1 and &2) or context (e.g., during which process the error occurs), I can help with more specific guidance.