BL217 - Inconsistent context-dependent statistics definition

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: BL - Application Log

• Message number: 217

• Message text: Inconsistent context-dependent statistics definition

What causes this issue?

You tried to define a statistic in the Application Log which does not
satisfy the requirements.

System Response

An error message is sent.

How to fix this error?

An Application Log statistic collects information at runtime about how
many errors, warnings, etc. have been collected for a context
information.
This context information is defined with the structure BAL_S_SDEF and
comprises the context structure name (field TABNAME) and a set of
fields (T_FIELDS) from the structure.
Example:
A runtime statistic is to be maintained of the number of errors per
plant/warehouse. TABNAME could contain 'MY_STRUC', and T_FIELDS the
'WERK' and 'LGORT' fields in MY_STRUC.
Possible statistic definition errors:
The specified structure is not flat (i.e. it contains structures or
tables) or is longer than 256 bytes. This structure cannot be used for
message context.
T_FIELDS contains more than 10 fields
A field in T_FIELDS does not exist in the structure
The sum of the field lengths is greater than 60 bytes
A field does nicht have one of the following types:
C: Character
N: Number
D: Date: YYYYMMDD
T: Time: HHMMSS
X: Byte (heXadecimal)
P: Packed number

Procedure for System Administrators

The system issues an error message and will not allow you to continue with this transaction until the error is resolved.

Error message extract from SAP system. Copyright SAP SE.

Smart SAP Assistant

• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message BL217 - Inconsistent context-dependent statistics definition ?

  The SAP error message BL217, which states "Inconsistent context-dependent statistics definition," typically occurs in the context of SAP Business Warehouse (BW) or SAP BusinessObjects when there is a mismatch or inconsistency in the definitions of context-dependent statistics for a particular InfoObject or InfoProvider.
  Cause:
  
  Inconsistent Definitions: The error usually arises when there are inconsistencies in the definitions of context-dependent statistics, such as when the characteristics or key figures used in the statistics are not aligned or have been modified.
  Changes in Data Model: If there have been recent changes to the data model, such as adding or removing characteristics or key figures, it can lead to inconsistencies.
  Transport Issues: If the transport of objects between different systems (e.g., development to production) was not done correctly, it could lead to inconsistencies.
  Missing or Incorrect Settings: Sometimes, the settings for context-dependent statistics may not be properly configured or may be missing altogether.
  
  Solution:
  
  Check Definitions: Review the definitions of the context-dependent statistics in the InfoObject or InfoProvider. Ensure that all characteristics and key figures are correctly defined and consistent.
  Recreate Statistics: If the definitions are inconsistent, you may need to delete the existing statistics and recreate them. This can often resolve the issue.
  Transport Consistency: If the issue arose after a transport, check the transport logs for any errors and ensure that all necessary objects were transported correctly.
  Update Statistics: Use transaction codes like RSCUSTV10 or RSSTAT to update or regenerate the statistics for the InfoObject or InfoProvider.
  Check for Notes: Look for SAP Notes related to this error message. SAP frequently releases notes that provide fixes or workarounds for known issues.
  Consult Documentation: Review the SAP documentation for context-dependent statistics to ensure that you are following the correct procedures.
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as RSA1 (Data Warehousing Workbench), RSCUSTV10 (Customizing Statistics), and RSSTAT (Statistics Administration).
  SAP Notes: Search the SAP Support Portal for notes related to BL217 for any specific patches or updates that may address the issue.
  Community Forums: Check SAP Community forums or other user groups for discussions related to this error, as other users may have encountered and resolved similar issues.
  
  If the problem persists after trying the above solutions, it may be beneficial to consult with your SAP Basis or BW team for further investigation.