How To Fix /BCV/CFG199 - Query ID &1 does not exist

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: /BCV/CFG -

• Message number: 199

• Message text: Query ID &1 does not exist

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message /BCV/CFG199 - Query ID &1 does not exist ?

  The SAP error message /BCV/CFG199 Query ID &1 does not exist typically indicates that the system is trying to access a query that has not been defined or is not available in the system. This error is often encountered in the context of SAP Business Warehouse (BW) or SAP BusinessObjects, where queries are used to retrieve data.
  Cause:
  
  Non-existent Query ID: The specified Query ID does not exist in the system. This could be due to a typo in the Query ID or because the query has not been created or has been deleted.
  Authorization Issues: The user may not have the necessary authorizations to access the query, leading to the system not being able to find it.
  Transport Issues: If the query was recently transported from another system, it may not have been transported correctly or may not exist in the target system.
  Data Source Issues: The query might be dependent on a data source that is not available or has been changed.
  
  Solution:
  
  Verify Query ID: Check the Query ID for any typographical errors. Ensure that you are using the correct ID.
  Check Query Existence: Use transaction codes like RSRT (for executing queries) or RSRQ (for managing queries) to check if the query exists in the system.
  Authorization Check: Ensure that the user has the necessary authorizations to access the query. This can be done by checking the user roles and authorizations in the system.
  Recreate the Query: If the query does not exist, you may need to recreate it using the appropriate tools in SAP BW or BusinessObjects.
  Transport Check: If the query was supposed to be transported, check the transport logs to ensure that it was successfully transported to the target system.
  Data Source Verification: Ensure that the data source for the query is available and functioning correctly.
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as RSRT, RSRQ, and RSA1 for managing queries and data sources.
  SAP Notes: Check SAP Notes for any known issues or patches related to this error message.
  Documentation: Refer to SAP documentation for detailed information on query management and troubleshooting in SAP BW or BusinessObjects.
  
  If the issue persists after following these steps, it may be beneficial to consult with your SAP Basis or BW team for further investigation.