How To Fix BW_BICS_INA028 - All of your parameters have been deleted

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: BW_BICS_INA -

• Message number: 028

• Message text: All of your parameters have been deleted

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message BW_BICS_INA028 - All of your parameters have been deleted ?

  The SAP error message BW_BICS_INA028: "All of your parameters have been deleted" typically occurs in the context of SAP Business Warehouse (BW) when using the BICS (Business Intelligence Consumer Services) interface. This error indicates that the query parameters required to execute a BW query have been removed or are not being passed correctly.
  Causes:
  
  Parameter Deletion: The parameters required for the query execution have been deleted or are not being set correctly in the application.
  Incorrect Query Design: The query might be designed in such a way that it does not have any valid input parameters.
  Session Issues: There may be issues with the session or context in which the query is being executed, leading to the loss of parameters.
  Frontend Tool Issues: If you are using a frontend tool (like SAP Analysis for Office, SAP Lumira, etc.), there might be issues with how the tool is handling the parameters.
  Authorization Issues: Lack of proper authorizations might prevent the parameters from being recognized or passed correctly.
  
  Solutions:
  
  Check Query Parameters: Ensure that the parameters required for the query are correctly set and not deleted. Review the query definition in the BW system.
  Recreate the Query: If the query design is incorrect, consider recreating the query or modifying it to ensure that it has valid parameters.
  Session Management: If the issue is related to session management, try restarting the application or refreshing the session to see if the parameters are restored.
  Frontend Tool Configuration: If you are using a frontend tool, check the configuration settings to ensure that it is correctly passing the parameters to the BW query.
  Check Authorizations: Verify that the user has the necessary authorizations to execute the query and access the required parameters.
  Debugging: If you have access to the backend, consider debugging the query execution to identify where the parameters are being lost.
  
  Related Information:
  
  SAP Notes: Check SAP Notes for any known issues or patches related to this error message. SAP frequently updates its knowledge base with solutions for common problems.
  Documentation: Review the official SAP documentation for BW and BICS to understand how parameters are handled and any specific requirements for your version.
  Community Forums: Engage with SAP community forums or user groups where similar issues may have been discussed, and solutions shared.
  
  If the problem persists after trying the above solutions, consider reaching out to your SAP support team or consulting with an SAP BW expert for further assistance.