How To Fix CLBW_META021 - InfoObject &1 does not exist (see long text)

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: CLBW_META - For Generating Metadata

• Message number: 021

• Message text: InfoObject &1 does not exist (see long text)

What causes this issue?

For this reason, mapping cannot take place between the key field &V2& of
the DataSource &V3& and the selected InfoObject &V1& .

System Response

Existing InfoObjects are needed for mapping key fields of a DataSource.

How to fix this error?

Correct your entry or continue the process with data release. The system
will then generate a proposal for a suitable InfoObject.

Procedure for System Administrators

The system issues an error message and will not allow you to continue with this transaction until the error is resolved.

Error message extract from SAP system. Copyright SAP SE.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message CLBW_META021 - InfoObject &1 does not exist (see long text) ?

  The SAP error message CLBW_META021 indicates that a specific InfoObject (denoted by &1) does not exist in the system. This error typically occurs in the context of SAP BW (Business Warehouse) when trying to access or manipulate InfoObjects that are not defined or have been deleted.
  Cause:
  
  Non-Existent InfoObject: The InfoObject you are trying to access or use in a query, report, or transformation does not exist in the system.
  Incorrect Naming: There may be a typo or incorrect naming convention used when referencing the InfoObject.
  Transport Issues: If the InfoObject was recently transported from another system, it may not have been successfully imported.
  Deletion: The InfoObject may have been deleted or is in a state that makes it unavailable for use.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check InfoObject Existence:
  
  Go to the SAP BW modeling tools (transaction RSA1) and check if the InfoObject exists in the InfoObject catalog.
  Use transaction RSD1 to search for the InfoObject by its name.
  
  
  
  Verify Naming:
  
  Ensure that the name of the InfoObject is spelled correctly in your query or report.
  Check for any leading or trailing spaces or special characters.
  
  
  
  Transport Check:
  
  If the InfoObject was recently transported, check the transport logs to ensure that it was successfully imported.
  If it was not imported, you may need to re-transport it from the source system.
  
  
  
  Recreate InfoObject:
  
  If the InfoObject has been deleted and is required, you may need to recreate it based on the original specifications.
  
  
  
  Check Authorizations:
  
  Ensure that you have the necessary authorizations to access the InfoObject. Lack of permissions can sometimes lead to similar error messages.
  
  
  
  Consult Long Text:
  
  The error message may have a long text that provides additional context or specific details about the issue. You can view this by clicking on the message or using the message number in transaction SE91.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: 
  
  RSA1: Data Warehousing Workbench
  RSD1: InfoObject Maintenance
  SE91: Message Maintenance
  
  
  Documentation: Refer to SAP Help Portal or SAP Notes for specific guidance on InfoObjects and troubleshooting related errors.
  SAP Community: Engage with the SAP Community forums for insights from other users who may have encountered similar issues.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the cause of the CLBW_META021 error and implement a solution to resolve it.