How To Fix BW_BICS013 - Query &1 (instance ID &2) has been closed

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: BW_BICS - BW_BICS Message Class

• Message number: 013

• Message text: Query &1 (instance ID &2) has been closed

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message BW_BICS013 - Query &1 (instance ID &2) has been closed ?

  The SAP error message BW_BICS013 indicates that a query in SAP BW (Business Warehouse) has been closed unexpectedly. This can happen for various reasons, and understanding the cause is essential for finding a solution. Here’s a breakdown of potential causes, solutions, and related information:
  Causes:
  
  Timeouts: The query may have taken too long to execute, leading to a timeout. This can happen if the underlying data is large or complex.
  Resource Limitations: Insufficient memory or CPU resources on the server can cause queries to be terminated.
  Network Issues: Connectivity problems between the client and the SAP BW server can lead to query disconnections.
  Query Design: Inefficient query design or overly complex calculations can lead to performance issues.
  Locks: If the data being queried is locked by another process, it may cause the query to fail.
  System Configuration: Incorrect settings in the BW system or the underlying database can lead to query failures.
  
  Solutions:
  
  Increase Timeout Settings: If timeouts are the issue, consider increasing the timeout settings in the BW system or the database.
  Optimize Query Design: Review and optimize the query design. This may involve simplifying calculations, reducing the number of key figures, or limiting the data being retrieved.
  Check System Resources: Monitor the server's CPU and memory usage. If resources are low, consider upgrading hardware or optimizing other processes running on the server.
  Network Stability: Ensure that the network connection between the client and server is stable. Check for any intermittent connectivity issues.
  Review Locks: Use transaction codes like SM12 to check for locks on the data being queried. If locks are found, investigate the processes holding them.
  System Configuration Review: Check the BW and database configuration settings to ensure they are optimized for performance.
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Use transaction codes like RSRT (Query Monitor) to analyze the query performance and identify bottlenecks.
  BW Statistics: Review BW statistics to understand query performance and execution times.
  SAP Notes: Check SAP Notes for any known issues related to the BW_BICS013 error. SAP frequently updates its knowledge base with solutions for common problems.
  Logs: Review system logs (e.g., ST22 for dumps, SM21 for system logs) for any additional error messages that may provide more context on the issue.
  
  By systematically addressing these areas, you can often resolve the BW_BICS013 error and improve the performance and reliability of your SAP BW queries.