How To Fix BWOM2012 - Line &1 refers to totals row &2, which does not exist ->

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: BWOM2 - BW CO-OM: Delta Method For Data Extraction

• Message number: 012

• Message text: Line &1 refers to totals row &2, which does not exist ->

What causes this issue?

In the report row hierarchy &V3&, the report row &V1& links to the
totals row &V2&. However, totals row &V2& is not defined for this
hierarchy.

How to fix this error?

Use transaction BWOM01 to correct the report row definition for report
row hierarchy &V3&.
Define the totals row &V2& or link to an existing totals row in row
&V1&.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message BWOM2012 - Line &1 refers to totals row &2, which does not exist -> ?

  The SAP error message BWOM2012 indicates that there is an issue with a totals row in a report or query in SAP BW (Business Warehouse). Specifically, it means that the line you are trying to reference (Line &1) is pointing to a totals row (Row &2) that does not exist in the context of the data being processed.
  Cause:
  
  Missing Totals Row: The totals row that the system is trying to reference may not have been created or may have been deleted.
  Incorrect Query Design: The query or report may be incorrectly designed, leading to references to non-existent rows.
  Data Issues: There may be issues with the underlying data that prevent the totals row from being calculated or displayed.
  Versioning Issues: If there have been changes to the data model or the query structure, it may lead to inconsistencies in the expected totals rows.
  
  Solution:
  
  Check Query Design: Review the query design in the Query Designer to ensure that the totals rows are correctly defined and that they exist in the context of the data being queried.
  Recreate Totals Rows: If the totals row has been deleted or is missing, you may need to recreate it in the query or report.
  Data Validation: Validate the underlying data to ensure that it is complete and that all necessary aggregations are being performed correctly.
  Update or Refresh Data: Sometimes, refreshing the data or updating the InfoProvider can resolve issues related to missing totals rows.
  Check for Changes: If there have been recent changes to the data model or query, ensure that all components are aligned and that the query is updated accordingly.
  
  Related Information:
  
  SAP Notes: Check SAP Notes for any known issues or patches related to this error message.
  Documentation: Refer to SAP BW documentation for best practices in query design and handling totals rows.
  Community Forums: Engage with SAP community forums or support channels for additional insights and solutions from other users who may have encountered similar issues.
  
  If the problem persists after trying the above solutions, it may be beneficial to consult with your SAP BW administrator or technical support for further assistance.