How To Fix DO659 - BI namespaces could not be determined: Table & missing

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: DO - Dictionary: Mass activation of domains and data elements

• Message number: 659

• Message text: BI namespaces could not be determined: Table & missing

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message DO659 - BI namespaces could not be determined: Table & missing ?

  The SAP error message DO659 indicates that the Business Intelligence (BI) system is unable to determine the namespaces for a specific table because it is missing. This error typically arises in the context of data extraction or reporting when the system is trying to access a table that is not available or not properly defined in the system.
  Causes:
  
  Missing Table: The specified table does not exist in the database or has been deleted.
  Incorrect Table Name: There may be a typo or incorrect naming convention used when referencing the table.
  Transport Issues: If the table was recently transported from another system, the transport may not have included the necessary objects.
  Authorization Issues: The user may not have the necessary authorizations to access the table.
  Namespace Configuration: The namespaces for the BI objects may not be correctly configured in the system.
  
  Solutions:
  
  Check Table Existence: Verify that the table exists in the database. You can do this by using transaction codes like SE11 (Data Dictionary) or SE16 (Data Browser) to look for the table.
  Correct Table Name: Ensure that the table name is correctly spelled and follows the naming conventions used in your SAP system.
  Transport Check: If the table was recently transported, check the transport logs to ensure that the transport was successful and included all necessary objects.
  Authorization Check: Ensure that the user has the necessary authorizations to access the table. You can check this using transaction SU53 to see if there are any authorization issues.
  Namespace Configuration: Review the configuration of namespaces in the BI system. Ensure that the namespaces are correctly set up and that the relevant objects are assigned to the correct namespaces.
  Recreate the Table: If the table is missing and is essential for your operations, you may need to recreate it or restore it from a backup if available.
  
  Related Information:
  
  SAP Notes: Check SAP Notes for any known issues or patches related to this error. You can search for relevant notes in the SAP Support Portal.
  BI Configuration: Review the BI configuration settings to ensure that all necessary components are properly set up.
  System Logs: Check the system logs (transaction SLG1) for any additional error messages or warnings that may provide more context about the issue.
  Consult Documentation: Refer to SAP documentation or guides related to BI and data extraction for best practices and troubleshooting steps.
  
  If the issue persists after trying the above solutions, it may be beneficial to consult with your SAP Basis or BI team for further investigation.