How To Fix /CPD/PFP_MESSAGE008 - InfoCube &1 is not valid

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: /CPD/PFP_MESSAGE -

• Message number: 008

• Message text: InfoCube &1 is not valid

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message /CPD/PFP_MESSAGE008 - InfoCube &1 is not valid ?

  The SAP error message /CPD/PFP_MESSAGE008 InfoCube &1 is not valid typically indicates that the specified InfoCube is not recognized or is not valid in the context of the operation you are trying to perform. This can occur in various scenarios, such as when working with SAP BW (Business Warehouse) or SAP BW/4HANA.
  Causes:
  
  Non-Existent InfoCube: The InfoCube specified in the error message does not exist in the system.
  Incorrect InfoCube Name: There may be a typo or incorrect naming in the InfoCube reference.
  Transport Issues: The InfoCube may not have been transported correctly from the development environment to the production environment.
  Deactivated InfoCube: The InfoCube might be deactivated or not active in the current client.
  Authorization Issues: The user may not have the necessary authorizations to access the InfoCube.
  Technical Issues: There could be underlying technical issues with the BW system or database.
  
  Solutions:
  
  Verify InfoCube Existence: Check if the InfoCube exists in the system by navigating to the InfoProvider list in the SAP BW system.
  Check Naming: Ensure that the name of the InfoCube is correctly spelled and formatted in your query or report.
  Transport Check: If the InfoCube was recently created or modified, ensure that it has been properly transported to the target environment.
  Activation: If the InfoCube is deactivated, reactivate it using the appropriate transaction (e.g., RSA1).
  Authorization Check: Verify that the user has the necessary authorizations to access the InfoCube. This can be done by checking the user roles and authorizations.
  System Logs: Check the system logs (transaction SLG1) for any additional error messages or warnings that might provide more context.
  Technical Support: If the issue persists, consider reaching out to your SAP Basis or BW support team for further investigation.
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: You may use transaction codes like RSA1 (Data Warehousing Workbench) to manage InfoCubes and check their status.
  Documentation: Refer to SAP Help documentation for more details on InfoCubes and their management.
  SAP Notes: Check SAP Notes for any known issues or patches related to the specific error message.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the cause of the error and implement a solution.