How To Fix BRAINOLAPAPI800 - Use transaction MDXTEST

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: BRAINOLAPAPI - Message class for OLAP API

• Message number: 800

• Message text: Use transaction MDXTEST

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message BRAINOLAPAPI800 - Use transaction MDXTEST ?

  The SAP error message BRAINOLAPAPI800 typically indicates an issue related to the OLAP (Online Analytical Processing) API, particularly when working with MDX (Multidimensional Expressions) queries in SAP BW (Business Warehouse). This error suggests that there is a problem with the execution of an MDX query, and it recommends using the transaction MDXTEST to diagnose the issue further.
  Cause
  The error can be caused by several factors, including:
  
  Incorrect MDX Query: The MDX query being executed may have syntax errors or may not be structured correctly.
  Data Source Issues: The data source (InfoProvider) may not be available, or there may be issues with the underlying data.
  Authorization Issues: The user executing the query may not have the necessary authorizations to access the data or execute the query.
  Configuration Problems: There may be configuration issues in the BW system that affect the execution of MDX queries.
  Performance Issues: The system may be experiencing performance issues that prevent the query from executing properly.
  
  Solution
  To resolve the error, you can follow these steps:
  
  
  Use Transaction MDXTEST:
  
  Go to transaction MDXTEST in the SAP GUI.
  Enter the MDX query that is causing the error and execute it.
  This transaction allows you to test and debug MDX queries, providing more detailed error messages that can help identify the issue.
  
  
  
  Check the MDX Query:
  
  Review the MDX query for any syntax errors or logical issues.
  Ensure that all dimensions, measures, and hierarchies referenced in the query exist and are correctly defined.
  
  
  
  Verify Data Source:
  
  Check if the InfoProvider or data source is active and contains data.
  Ensure that the data is being loaded correctly into the InfoProvider.
  
  
  
  Check Authorizations:
  
  Verify that the user has the necessary authorizations to access the InfoProvider and execute the MDX query.
  
  
  
  Review System Configuration:
  
  Check the configuration settings for the BW system, particularly those related to OLAP and MDX processing.
  
  
  
  Monitor System Performance:
  
  Use transaction ST22 to check for dumps or errors in the system that may indicate performance issues.
  Use transaction SM37 to monitor background jobs and see if there are any long-running jobs that could be affecting performance.
  
  
  
  Related Information
  
  SAP Notes: Check SAP Notes related to the BRAINOLAPAPI800 error for any specific patches or updates that may address the issue.
  Documentation: Refer to the SAP BW documentation for more information on MDX queries and OLAP processing.
  Community Forums: Consider searching or posting in SAP community forums for additional insights from other users who may have encountered similar issues.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to diagnose and resolve the BRAINOLAPAPI800 error effectively.