How To Fix /BOFU/FBI_DT_VIEW081 - Target Node Structure &1 not found (Node &2/&3)

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: /BOFU/FBI_DT_VIEW -

• Message number: 081

• Message text: Target Node Structure &1 not found (Node &2/&3)

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message /BOFU/FBI_DT_VIEW081 - Target Node Structure &1 not found (Node &2/&3) ?

  The SAP error message /BOFU/FBI_DT_VIEW081 Target Node Structure &1 not found (Node &2/&3) typically occurs in the context of SAP BusinessObjects or SAP BW (Business Warehouse) when there is an issue related to the data model or the structure of the data being accessed. This error indicates that the system is unable to find a specific node structure that is expected in the data model.
  Cause:
  
  Missing Node Structure: The specified node structure (&1) is not defined in the system, or it has been deleted or not activated.
  Incorrect Configuration: The configuration for the data model may be incorrect, leading to the system looking for a node that does not exist.
  Transport Issues: If the data model was transported from one system to another, there may have been issues during the transport process that caused the node structure to be missing.
  Version Mismatch: There may be a version mismatch between the data model and the underlying data source or structure.
  
  Solution:
  
  Check Node Structure: Verify that the node structure (&1) exists in the system. You can do this by navigating to the relevant data model or structure definition in SAP BW or BusinessObjects.
  Recreate or Activate Node: If the node structure is missing, you may need to recreate it or activate it if it exists but is not active.
  Review Configuration: Check the configuration settings for the data model to ensure that all nodes and structures are correctly defined and linked.
  Transport Validation: If the issue arose after a transport, check the transport logs for any errors and ensure that all necessary objects were transported correctly.
  Consult Documentation: Refer to SAP documentation or notes related to the specific version of the software you are using for any known issues or additional troubleshooting steps.
  
  Related Information:
  
  SAP Notes: Check SAP Notes for any specific notes related to this error message. SAP frequently updates their knowledge base with solutions to common issues.
  Transaction Codes: Use transaction codes like RSA1 (Data Warehousing Workbench) or RSD1 (InfoObject Maintenance) to navigate and check the data model.
  Logs and Traces: Review system logs and traces for additional error messages or warnings that may provide more context about the issue.
  Support: If the issue persists, consider reaching out to SAP support for assistance, providing them with the error message and any relevant details about your system configuration.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the cause of the error and implement a solution to resolve it.