How To Fix BW_BICS_INA049 - Please enter a valid trace ID

BW_BICS_INA049 - Overview

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: BW_BICS_INA -

• Message number: 049

• Message text: Please enter a valid trace ID

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BW_BICS_INA049 - Details

• The SAP error message BW_BICS_INA049: Please enter a valid trace ID typically occurs in the context of SAP BW (Business Warehouse) when there is an issue with the connection to the data source or when a trace ID is not recognized or is invalid. This error is often related to the use of the BICS (Business Intelligence Consumer Services) interface, which is used for connecting to SAP BW data sources.
  Causes:
  
  Invalid Trace ID: The trace ID provided in the request is either incorrect or does not exist.
  Session Issues: The session may have expired or been terminated, leading to an invalid trace ID.
  Network Issues: Connectivity problems between the client and the SAP BW system can lead to this error.
  
  Configuration Issues: Incorrect configuration settings in the SAP BW system or the client application can also cause this error.
  Data Source Issues: The data source being accessed may not be available or may have been