How To Fix BW_BICS_EQ011 - This easy query is obsolete. Regenerate it.

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: BW_BICS_EQ - Easy Query Messages

• Message number: 011

• Message text: This easy query is obsolete. Regenerate it.

What causes this issue?

This easy query is out of date and needs to be regenerated.

System Response

The easy query is based on a query that has been modified.

How to fix this error?

When changes are made to a query, easy queries are flagged as out of
date, as they might otherwise provide an incomplete result.

Procedure for System Administrators

The easy query must be regenerated using transaction EQMANAGER.

The system issues an error message and will not allow you to continue with this transaction until the error is resolved.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message BW_BICS_EQ011 - This easy query is obsolete. Regenerate it. ?

  The SAP error message BW_BICS_EQ011 indicates that the Easy Query you are trying to execute is obsolete and needs to be regenerated. This typically occurs in SAP BW (Business Warehouse) environments when there are changes in the underlying data model or when the Easy Query has not been updated to reflect the current state of the data source.
  Cause:
  
  Obsolete Query: The Easy Query has not been updated after changes were made to the InfoProvider or the underlying data model.
  Changes in Data Model: Changes in the InfoObjects, InfoProviders, or other related components can render the existing Easy Query obsolete.
  System Upgrades: After an upgrade of the SAP BW system, certain queries may become obsolete and need regeneration.
  
  Solution:
  To resolve the BW_BICS_EQ011 error, you need to regenerate the Easy Query. Here are the steps to do this:
  
  
  Access the Easy Query:
  
  Go to the SAP BW system and navigate to the Easy Query you want to regenerate.
  
  
  
  Regenerate the Query:
  
  In the Easy Query Designer, open the query that is showing the error.
  Make any necessary adjustments or simply save the query to trigger regeneration.
  You can also use the "Regenerate" option if available.
  
  
  
  Check for Changes:
  
  Ensure that there are no changes in the underlying InfoProvider or data model that could affect the query.
  If there are changes, make sure to adjust the query accordingly.
  
  
  
  Test the Query:
  
  After regeneration, execute the query to ensure that it runs without errors.
  
  
  
  Transport Changes:
  
  If you are working in a development environment, remember to transport the changes to the quality and production environments.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  SAP Notes: Check SAP Notes related to Easy Queries and BW for any specific guidance or patches that may address this issue.
  Documentation: Refer to the SAP BW documentation for more details on Easy Queries and how to manage them.
  Support: If the issue persists, consider reaching out to SAP support for further assistance.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the BW_BICS_EQ011 error and successfully regenerate your Easy Query.