How To Fix /BCV/CFG164 - Query output field &1 is not an output field of query &2

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: /BCV/CFG -

• Message number: 164

• Message text: Query output field &1 is not an output field of query &2

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message /BCV/CFG164 - Query output field &1 is not an output field of query &2 ?

  The SAP error message /BCV/CFG164 indicates that there is an issue with a query output field in a specific query. The message states that the field specified (represented by &1) is not recognized as an output field of the query identified by &2. This typically occurs in the context of SAP Business Warehouse (BW) or SAP Query.
  Cause:
  
  Field Not Included in Query: The field you are trying to use in the output is not included in the query definition. This can happen if the field was removed from the query or was never added.
  Field Name Mismatch: There may be a typo or mismatch in the field name you are trying to reference.
  Query Versioning: If the query has been modified or a new version has been created, the field may not exist in the current version.
  Authorization Issues: Sometimes, the user may not have the necessary authorizations to access certain fields in the query.
  
  Solution:
  
  Check Query Definition: Go to the query definition in the SAP BW or Query Designer and verify that the field &1 is indeed included in the output fields of query &2.
  Add Missing Field: If the field is not included, you can add it to the query output by editing the query definition.
  Verify Field Name: Double-check the field name for any typos or discrepancies.
  Check Query Version: Ensure you are using the correct version of the query. If a new version has been created, make sure to use that version.
  Review Authorizations: Ensure that the user has the necessary authorizations to access the fields in the query.
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: You may need to use transaction codes like RSRT (for executing queries) or RSRQ (for query maintenance) to troubleshoot and modify queries.
  Documentation: Refer to SAP documentation or help resources for more detailed information on query design and field management.
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that might address specific issues related to this error message.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the error and successfully run your query.