How To Fix ESH_BI_CONTENT_GEN003 - Error during creation of InfoArea &1. Content generation was canceled

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: ESH_BI_CONTENT_GEN - Messeges for BI content generation

• Message number: 003

• Message text: Error during creation of InfoArea &1. Content generation was canceled

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message ESH_BI_CONTENT_GEN003 - Error during creation of InfoArea &1. Content generation was canceled ?

  The SAP error message ESH_BI_CONTENT_GEN003 indicates that there was an error during the creation of an InfoArea in the context of SAP Business Intelligence (BI) content generation. This error typically occurs when there are issues with the configuration, data, or system settings that prevent the successful creation of the InfoArea.
  Possible Causes:
  
  Missing Authorizations: The user executing the content generation may not have the necessary authorizations to create InfoAreas or access certain objects.
  Configuration Issues: There may be misconfigurations in the BI content settings or in the underlying data sources.
  Data Issues: The data being used for the InfoArea creation may be incomplete, corrupted, or not in the expected format.
  System Performance: Insufficient system resources (like memory or processing power) can lead to timeouts or failures during the content generation process.
  Transport Issues: If the content is being transported from one system to another, there may be issues with the transport itself.
  
  Solutions:
  
  Check Authorizations: Ensure that the user has the necessary authorizations to create InfoAreas and access the required objects. You can check this in the user roles and profiles.
  Review Configuration: Verify the configuration settings for BI content generation. Ensure that all necessary settings are correctly configured.
  Validate Data: Check the data sources and ensure that the data is complete and in the correct format. Look for any inconsistencies or errors in the data.
  Monitor System Resources: Check the system performance and resource utilization. If necessary, allocate more resources or optimize the system performance.
  Check Logs: Review the application logs and system logs for any additional error messages or warnings that could provide more context about the failure.
  Re-run the Process: After addressing any identified issues, try to re-run the content generation process to see if the error persists.
  Consult SAP Notes: Look for any relevant SAP Notes that may address this specific error or provide additional troubleshooting steps.
  
  Related Information:
  
  SAP Documentation: Refer to the official SAP documentation for Business Intelligence and content generation for more detailed information on the process and requirements.
  SAP Community: Engage with the SAP Community forums to see if other users have encountered similar issues and what solutions they found effective.
  SAP Support: If the issue persists and cannot be resolved, consider reaching out to SAP Support for assistance, providing them with detailed information about the error and the steps taken to troubleshoot.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the cause of the error and implement a solution to resolve it.