How To Fix BRAIN393 - No dates could be found for year &1 &2

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: BRAIN -

• Message number: 393

• Message text: No dates could be found for year &1 &2

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message BRAIN393 - No dates could be found for year &1 &2 ?

  The SAP error message BRAIN393, which states "No dates could be found for year &1 &2," typically occurs in the context of reporting or data extraction processes within SAP BW (Business Warehouse) or SAP BI (Business Intelligence). This error indicates that the system could not find any relevant date entries for the specified year and period.
  Causes:
  
  Missing Data: The most common cause is that there is no data available for the specified year and period in the InfoProvider or data source you are querying.
  Incorrect Selection Criteria: The selection criteria used in the query might be incorrect, leading to no matching records.
  Data Load Issues: There may have been issues during the data loading process, resulting in missing or incomplete data for the specified time frame.
  Time Characteristics Configuration: The time characteristics in the data model may not be set up correctly, leading to discrepancies in date handling.
  Authorization Issues: Sometimes, users may not have the necessary authorizations to view data for the specified period.
  
  Solutions:
  
  Check Data Availability: Verify that data exists for the specified year and period in the relevant InfoProvider. You can do this by running a simple query or checking the data in the underlying tables.
  Review Query Filters: Ensure that the filters applied in the query are correct and that they match the available data. Adjust the selection criteria if necessary.
  Data Load Monitoring: Check the data load process to ensure that it completed successfully. Look for any errors or warnings in the data load logs.
  Time Characteristics: Review the configuration of time characteristics in the InfoObject settings to ensure they are correctly defined and linked to the data.
  User Authorizations: Confirm that the user has the necessary authorizations to access the data for the specified year and period.
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: You may want to use transaction codes like RSA1 (Data Warehousing Workbench) to check the InfoProviders and monitor data loads.
  BW Queries: If you are using BEx Query Designer, you can check the query settings and filters to ensure they are set up correctly.
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that might address specific issues related to this error message.
  Documentation: Refer to SAP documentation for more details on handling date-related queries and troubleshooting common issues in SAP BW/BI.
  
  If the issue persists after checking these areas, it may be beneficial to consult with your SAP Basis or BW team for further investigation.