How To Fix 5W227 - Evaluation path &1 not defined.

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: 5W - Messages for PD (Particularly Workflow)

• Message number: 227

• Message text: Evaluation path &1 not defined.

Self-Explanatory Message

Since SAP believes that this specific error message is 'self-explanatory,' no more information has been given.The majority of messages in the SAP system have a message text, however this is frequently insufficient to comprehend or resolve the problem.

To make things easier, more detailed information is frequently added to describe the issue, how to fix it, and the necessary steps or configuration modifications.

Unfortunately, there isn't any extra information in this error notice.

What else can you do?

First, use our AnswerBot below to get a possible cause and solution (requires a premium subscription).

Also, review the in-depth Common Questions & Answers listed below; you could discover a solution there or be able to connect with others who have faced similar challenges.

You can also try searching the SAP support portal (support.sap.com) but you need a special user ID to access it. It is possible that an SAP support note exists that provides additional details about the mistake or even steps for fixing it.

Smart SAP Assistant

• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message 5W227 - Evaluation path &1 not defined. ?

  The SAP error message 5W227 indicates that an evaluation path specified in a query or report is not defined in the system. This typically occurs in the context of SAP BW (Business Warehouse) or SAP BI (Business Intelligence) when working with InfoObjects, queries, or data modeling.
  Cause:
  
  Missing Evaluation Path: The evaluation path referenced in the query or report does not exist in the system. This could be due to a typo or because the evaluation path was never created.
  Transport Issues: If the evaluation path was created in a different environment (like development) and not transported to the current environment (like production), it may not be available.
  Authorization Issues: The user may not have the necessary authorizations to access the evaluation path, leading to the error.
  System Configuration: The system may not be properly configured to recognize the evaluation path due to missing settings or incorrect configurations.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check Evaluation Path Definition:
  
  Go to the transaction code RSD1 (for InfoObjects) or RSD2 (for InfoProviders) and check if the evaluation path exists.
  If it does not exist, you may need to create it or correct the reference in your query/report.
  
  
  
  Correct the Query/Report:
  
  If the evaluation path is incorrectly referenced in a query or report, update the query to use the correct evaluation path.
  
  
  
  Transport the Evaluation Path:
  
  If the evaluation path exists in another environment, ensure that it is properly transported to the current environment.
  
  
  
  Check Authorizations:
  
  Verify that the user has the necessary authorizations to access the evaluation path. This can be done by checking the user roles and authorizations in transaction SU01.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Review SAP documentation or help resources for specific details on how to define or troubleshoot evaluation paths.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: 
  
  RSD1: InfoObject maintenance
  RSD2: InfoProvider maintenance
  RSRT: Query execution
  
  
  SAP Notes: Check SAP Notes for any known issues or patches related to this error message.
  SAP Community: Engage with the SAP Community forums for insights from other users who may have encountered similar issues.
  
  If the problem persists after following these steps, it may be beneficial to consult with your SAP Basis or BW team for further investigation.