How To Fix 5B053 - Evaluation path & does not exist

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: 5B -

• Message number: 053

• Message text: Evaluation path & does not exist

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message 5B053 - Evaluation path & does not exist ?

  The SAP error message "5B053 Evaluation path & does not exist" typically occurs in the context of SAP BW (Business Warehouse) or SAP ERP systems when the system is unable to find a specified evaluation path in the data model. Evaluation paths are used in SAP to define how data is navigated through the InfoObjects and are crucial for reporting and analysis.
  Cause:
  
  Non-Existent Evaluation Path: The evaluation path specified in the query or report does not exist in the system. This could be due to a typo or because the evaluation path has not been created or has been deleted.
  Authorization Issues: The user may not have the necessary authorizations to access the evaluation path.
  Transport Issues: If the evaluation path was recently transported from another system, it may not have been transported correctly or may not exist in the target system.
  Configuration Issues: There may be issues with the configuration of the InfoObjects or the data model that prevent the evaluation path from being recognized.
  
  Solution:
  
  Check Evaluation Path: Verify that the evaluation path exists in the system. You can do this by navigating to the relevant transaction (e.g., RSA1 for InfoObjects) and checking the evaluation paths defined in the system.
  Correct Typo: If the evaluation path is misspelled in the query or report, correct it to match the existing evaluation path.
  Authorization Check: Ensure that the user has the necessary authorizations to access the evaluation path. This can be checked in the user roles and authorizations.
  Transport Check: If the evaluation path was supposed to be transported, check the transport logs to ensure it was successfully transported. If not, you may need to re-transport it.
  Recreate Evaluation Path: If the evaluation path does not exist and is required, you may need to create it again in the system.
  Consult Documentation: Refer to SAP documentation or help resources for specific details on how to create or manage evaluation paths.
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: You may use transaction codes like RSA1 (Data Warehousing Workbench) to manage InfoObjects and evaluation paths.
  SAP Notes: Check SAP Notes for any known issues or patches related to this error message.
  Community Forums: SAP Community and other forums can be helpful for finding similar issues faced by other users and their solutions.
  
  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.