How To Fix BW_BICS_EQ036 - Column &1 does not exist

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: BW_BICS_EQ - Easy Query Messages

• Message number: 036

• Message text: Column &1 does not exist

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message BW_BICS_EQ036 - Column &1 does not exist ?

  The SAP error message BW_BICS_EQ036, which states "Column &1 does not exist," typically occurs in the context of SAP BW (Business Warehouse) when there is an issue with the data source or query that is being executed. This error indicates that the system is trying to access a column in a data source or InfoProvider that is not available or does not exist.
  Causes:
  
  Column Name Mismatch: The column name specified in the query or data source does not match any of the columns in the underlying data model.
  Data Source Changes: The structure of the underlying data source (e.g., InfoCube, DataStore Object) has been changed, and the query has not been updated accordingly.
  Query Design Issues: The query may have been designed incorrectly, referencing columns that were removed or renamed.
  Transport Issues: If the query or data source was transported from one system to another, there may be inconsistencies in the data model.
  Authorization Issues: Sometimes, the user may not have the necessary authorizations to access certain columns, leading to this error.
  
  Solutions:
  
  Check Column Names: Verify that the column name referenced in the error message is correct and exists in the data source. You can do this by checking the data source definition in the SAP BW system.
  Update Query: If the underlying data source has changed, update the query to reflect the current structure. This may involve modifying the query definition in the Query Designer.
  Rebuild the Query: If the query is complex, consider rebuilding it from scratch to ensure that all references are correct.
  Check Transport Logs: If the issue arose after a transport, check the transport logs for any errors or warnings that might indicate problems with the data model.
  Review Authorizations: Ensure that the user executing the query has the necessary authorizations to access all relevant columns in the data source.
  Activate Objects: If there have been changes to the data model, ensure that all relevant objects (e.g., InfoProviders, queries) are activated in the BW system.
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Use transaction codes like RSA1 (Data Warehousing Workbench) to check the data model and query definitions.
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that might address known issues related to this error message.
  Documentation: Refer to SAP BW documentation for best practices in query design and data modeling to avoid such issues in the future.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the cause of the error and implement a solution to resolve it.