How To Fix CM_SUB_INFOSYS029 - Branching not possible because the ref. query is in a private group

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: CM_SUB_INFOSYS - Substance information system

• Message number: 029

• Message text: Branching not possible because the ref. query is in a private group

What causes this issue?

You attempted to branch to a referenced query. The original query is
from a private group and was not created by you. You cannot therefore
branch to the referenced query.

System Response

The system terminates the activity.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message CM_SUB_INFOSYS029 - Branching not possible because the ref. query is in a private group ?

  The SAP error message CM_SUB_INFOSYS029 indicates that branching is not possible because the reference query is in a private group. This typically occurs in the context of SAP Business Warehouse (BW) or SAP BusinessObjects when trying to create a query or report that references another query that is not accessible due to its private status.
  Cause:
  
  Private Query: The reference query you are trying to use is set to private, meaning it is only accessible to the user who created it. Other users or groups do not have the necessary permissions to access it.
  Authorization Issues: The user attempting to perform the branching may not have the required authorizations to access the private query.
  Query Group Settings: The query might be part of a private group that restricts access to only certain users.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Change Query Status: If you have access to the query, change its status from private to public. This can usually be done in the query properties or settings within the SAP BW or BusinessObjects environment.
  
  Navigate to the query in the Query Designer or relevant tool.
  Change the visibility settings to make it public.
  
  
  
  Check Authorizations: Ensure that the user attempting to access the query has the necessary authorizations. This may involve:
  
  Reviewing user roles and permissions in the SAP system.
  Adding the user to a group that has access to the private query.
  
  
  
  Create a Copy: If changing the query status is not an option, consider creating a copy of the private query and modifying it as needed. This new query can be set to public.
  
  
  Consult with Administrator: If you do not have the necessary permissions to change the query status or access settings, consult with your SAP BW or BusinessObjects administrator for assistance.
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Query Designer: Familiarize yourself with the Query Designer tool in SAP BW, as it is often used to create and manage queries.
  User Roles and Authorizations: Understanding how user roles and authorizations work in SAP can help prevent similar issues in the future.
  SAP Notes and Documentation: Check SAP Notes or the official SAP documentation for any updates or specific instructions related to this error message.
  
  By addressing the cause of the error and following the suggested solutions, you should be able to resolve the issue and successfully branch the query as needed.