How To Fix 5W825 - No evaluation path was generated

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

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

• Message number: 825

• Message text: No evaluation path was generated

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message 5W825 - No evaluation path was generated ?

  The SAP error message 5W825, which states "No evaluation path was generated," typically occurs in the context of SAP BW (Business Warehouse) or SAP BI (Business Intelligence) when there is an issue with the data extraction or reporting process. This error indicates that the system was unable to generate an evaluation path for the query or data request, which is necessary for retrieving the required data.
  Causes:
  
  Missing or Incorrect Evaluation Path: The evaluation path required for the query may not be defined or may be incorrectly configured in the system.
  Data Source Issues: The data source from which the data is being extracted may not be properly set up or may not contain the necessary data.
  Authorization Issues: The user executing the query may not have the necessary authorizations to access the data or the evaluation path.
  Inconsistent Data Model: Changes in the data model or InfoObjects that are not reflected in the query can lead to this error.
  Query Design Issues: The query itself may have design flaws, such as incorrect characteristics or key figures that do not align with the underlying data model.
  
  Solutions:
  
  
  Check Evaluation Path Configuration:
  
  Go to the transaction code RSD1 to check the InfoObject and ensure that the evaluation path is correctly defined.
  If necessary, create or modify the evaluation path to include the required characteristics.
  
  
  
  Verify Data Source:
  
  Ensure that the data source is correctly set up and that it contains the necessary data.
  Use transaction RSA1 to check the data source and perform a data load if needed.
  
  
  
  Review Authorizations:
  
  Check the user’s authorizations to ensure they have access to the required InfoObjects and data sources.
  Use transaction SU53 to analyze authorization issues after the error occurs.
  
  
  
  Check Query Design:
  
  Review the query in the Query Designer (transaction RSRQ) to ensure that all characteristics and key figures are correctly defined and aligned with the data model.
  Test the query with different selections to identify if specific filters are causing the issue.
  
  
  
  Data Model Consistency:
  
  Ensure that the data model is consistent and that any changes made to InfoObjects or data sources are reflected in the queries.
  If necessary, regenerate the aggregates or perform a data consistency check.
  
  
  
  Consult SAP Notes:
  
  Check the SAP Support Portal for any relevant SAP Notes that may address this specific error message or provide additional troubleshooting steps.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  
  Transaction Codes: 
  
  RSD1 (InfoObject Maintenance)
  RSA1 (Data Warehousing Workbench)
  RSRQ (Query Designer)
  SU53 (Authorization Check)
  
  
  
  SAP Documentation: Refer to SAP Help documentation for detailed information on evaluation paths and query design.
  
  
  SAP Community: Engage with the SAP Community forums for insights from other users who may have encountered similar issues.
  
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to diagnose and resolve the error message 5W825 in your SAP environment.