How To Fix BW_BICS_EQ036 - Column &1 does not exist

BW_BICS_EQ036 - Overview

• 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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BW_BICS_EQ036 - Details

• 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: