BRAIN_DEV140 - Master data read class &1 not allowed for characteristic &2

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: BRAIN_DEV - BRAIN messages (for use by development)

• Message number: 140

• Message text: Master data read class &1 not allowed for characteristic &2

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message BRAIN_DEV140 - Master data read class &1 not allowed for characteristic &2 ?

  The SAP error message BRAIN_DEV140 indicates that there is an issue with reading master data for a specific characteristic in the context of SAP BW (Business Warehouse) or SAP BI (Business Intelligence). The message typically means that the system is trying to access a master data class that is not permitted for the specified characteristic.
  Cause:
  
  Incorrect Master Data Class: The master data class associated with the characteristic is not correctly defined or is not allowed for the characteristic in question.
  Authorization Issues: The user may not have the necessary authorizations to access the master data for the specified characteristic.
  Configuration Issues: There may be configuration issues in the InfoObject or the master data settings that prevent access.
  Data Model Changes: Changes in the data model or InfoObjects that have not been properly updated or activated can lead to this error.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check Master Data Class:
  
  Verify that the master data class assigned to the characteristic is correct and allowed. You can do this by checking the InfoObject settings in the SAP BW modeling tools.
  
  
  
  Review Authorizations:
  
  Ensure that the user has the necessary authorizations to access the master data for the characteristic. This can be checked in the user roles and authorizations assigned to the user.
  
  
  
  Validate Configuration:
  
  Go to the InfoObject maintenance and check the settings for the characteristic. Ensure that the master data settings are correctly configured.
  Check if the characteristic is set to allow master data access and that the relevant master data classes are properly defined.
  
  
  
  Re-activate InfoObjects:
  
  If there have been recent changes to the InfoObjects or the data model, try re-activating the InfoObjects to ensure that all changes are applied correctly.
  
  
  
  Check for Data Consistency:
  
  Run consistency checks in the BW system to ensure that there are no inconsistencies in the master data or InfoObjects.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Refer to SAP documentation or notes related to the specific error message for additional troubleshooting steps or patches that may be required.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: You may use transaction codes like RSA1 (Data Warehousing Workbench) to check InfoObjects and master data settings.
  SAP Notes: Search for relevant SAP Notes in the SAP Support Portal that may address this specific error or provide additional insights.
  Community Forums: Consider checking SAP Community forums or other user groups for similar issues and solutions shared by other users.
  
  If the issue persists after trying the above solutions, it may be beneficial to engage with your SAP Basis or BW support team for further investigation.