How To Fix BRAIN252 - Query definition & could not be read.

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: BRAIN -

• Message number: 252

• Message text: Query definition & could not be read.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message BRAIN252 - Query definition & could not be read. ?

  The SAP error message BRAIN252, which states "Query definition & could not be read," typically occurs in the context of SAP BW (Business Warehouse) or SAP BI (Business Intelligence) when there is an issue with a query definition in the BEx (Business Explorer) Query Designer or when trying to execute a query in the BEx Analyzer.
  Causes:
  
  Missing or Incomplete Query Definition: The query definition may be missing or not properly defined in the system.
  Authorization Issues: The user may not have the necessary authorizations to access the query or the underlying data sources.
  Transport Issues: If the query was transported from one system to another, there may have been issues during the transport process that caused the query to become corrupted or incomplete.
  Data Source Issues: The underlying InfoProvider (e.g., InfoCube, DSO) that the query is based on may be inactive or not available.
  Versioning Issues: There may be multiple versions of the query, and the system may be trying to access a version that is no longer valid.
  
  Solutions:
  
  Check Query Definition: Open the BEx Query Designer and verify that the query definition exists and is correctly configured. Ensure that all required InfoProviders are available and active.
  Authorization Check: Ensure that the user has the necessary authorizations to access the query and the underlying data sources. This can be checked in transaction SU53 or by consulting with your security team.
  Re-transport the Query: If the query was recently transported, consider re-transporting it or checking the transport logs for any errors that may have occurred during the transport process.
  Check InfoProvider Status: Verify that the InfoProvider associated with the query is active and has data loaded. You can check this in the Data Warehousing Workbench (transaction RSA1).
  Version Management: If there are multiple versions of the query, ensure that the correct version is being accessed. You can check this in the BEx Query Designer.
  Recreate the Query: If the query definition is corrupted and cannot be fixed, consider recreating the query from scratch.
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: 
  
  RSA1: Data Warehousing Workbench
  RSRV: Check and Repair Queries
  RSD1: InfoProvider Maintenance
  
  
  SAP Notes: Check SAP Notes related to BRAIN252 for any specific patches or updates that may address this issue.
  BEx Analyzer: If the error occurs in the BEx Analyzer, ensure that the Excel add-in is properly installed and configured.
  
  If the issue persists after trying the above solutions, it may be beneficial to consult with your SAP Basis or BW team for further investigation.