How To Fix BW_BICS_EQ023 - No input help available for &1

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: BW_BICS_EQ - Easy Query Messages

• Message number: 023

• Message text: No input help available for &1

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message BW_BICS_EQ023 - No input help available for &1 ?

  The SAP error message BW_BICS_EQ023 "No input help available for &1" typically occurs in SAP BW (Business Warehouse) when a user tries to access a characteristic or a query that does not have an input help (also known as a value help or selection help) available for the specified field. This can happen in various scenarios, such as when using BEx Query Designer or when executing queries in the BEx Analyzer.
  Cause:
  
  Missing Input Help: The characteristic or field in question does not have an associated input help defined in the system.
  Data Source Issues: The data source may not be properly configured, or the characteristic may not be included in the data source.
  Authorization Issues: The user may not have the necessary authorizations to access the input help for the characteristic.
  Technical Issues: There may be technical issues with the BW system or the underlying database that prevent the input help from being generated.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check Input Help Configuration:
  
  Ensure that the characteristic has an input help defined. You can check this in the SAP BW modeling tools (like the InfoObject maintenance).
  If it is missing, you may need to create or configure the input help for the characteristic.
  
  
  
  Review Data Source:
  
  Verify that the characteristic is included in the relevant data source and that the data source is properly activated.
  Check if the data source is correctly mapped to the InfoProvider.
  
  
  
  Authorization Check:
  
  Ensure that the user has the necessary authorizations to access the characteristic and its input help. This can be checked in the user roles and authorizations.
  
  
  
  Technical Troubleshooting:
  
  If the issue persists, check for any technical issues in the BW system. This may involve looking at system logs or consulting with your SAP Basis team.
  You may also want to check if there are any updates or patches available for your SAP BW system that could resolve the issue.
  
  
  
  Alternative Input Methods:
  
  If input help is not available, consider using alternative methods to input values, such as manually entering values or using other selection criteria.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  SAP Notes: Check SAP Notes for any known issues or fixes related to this error message. You can search for BW_BICS_EQ023 in the SAP Support Portal.
  Documentation: Review the SAP BW documentation for more information on configuring input helps and characteristics.
  Community Forums: Consider checking SAP Community forums or other user groups for similar issues and solutions shared by other users.
  
  If the problem continues after trying the above solutions, it may be beneficial to engage with SAP support for further assistance.