How To Fix ESH_BI_CONTENT_GEN010 - Error during creation of start-step of chain &1. Generation canceled

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: ESH_BI_CONTENT_GEN - Messeges for BI content generation

• Message number: 010

• Message text: Error during creation of start-step of chain &1. Generation canceled

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message ESH_BI_CONTENT_GEN010 - Error during creation of start-step of chain &1. Generation canceled ?

  The SAP error message ESH_BI_CONTENT_GEN010 indicates that there was an error during the creation of the start-step of a chain in the SAP Business Intelligence (BI) environment. This error typically occurs when there are issues with the configuration or setup of the data flow or process chain.
  Causes:
  
  Configuration Issues: There may be misconfigurations in the process chain or the data source.
  Missing Objects: Required objects (like InfoProviders, DataSources, or other components) may be missing or not properly defined.
  Authorization Problems: The user executing the process chain may not have the necessary authorizations to access certain objects.
  Data Issues: There could be issues with the data itself, such as inconsistencies or missing data that prevent the process from executing correctly.
  Technical Errors: There may be underlying technical issues, such as system performance problems or bugs in the SAP system.
  
  Solutions:
  
  Check Configuration: Review the configuration of the process chain and ensure that all steps are correctly defined and linked.
  Verify Objects: Ensure that all required objects (InfoProviders, DataSources, etc.) are available and correctly configured.
  Review Authorizations: Check the user authorizations to ensure that the user has the necessary permissions to execute the process chain.
  Analyze Data: Investigate the data being processed to identify any inconsistencies or issues that may be causing the error.
  Check Logs: Review the process chain logs and the SAP application logs (transaction SLG1) for more detailed error messages that can provide insights into the root cause.
  System Performance: Monitor system performance and check for any technical issues that may be affecting the execution of the process chain.
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Use transaction codes like RSPC (Process Chain Maintenance) to manage and monitor process chains.
  SAP Notes: Search for relevant SAP Notes in the SAP Support Portal that may address known issues related to this error message.
  Documentation: Refer to SAP documentation for detailed information on process chains 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 and support.