How To Fix ESH_BI_CONTENT_GEN023 - No application component selected for getting BI DataSources

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: ESH_BI_CONTENT_GEN - Messeges for BI content generation

• Message number: 023

• Message text: No application component selected for getting BI DataSources

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message ESH_BI_CONTENT_GEN023 - No application component selected for getting BI DataSources ?

  The SAP error message ESH_BI_CONTENT_GEN023 indicates that there is no application component selected for retrieving Business Intelligence (BI) DataSources. This error typically arises in the context of SAP Enterprise Search or when working with BI content generation.
  Cause:
  
  No Application Component Selected: The most common cause of this error is that the user has not selected any application component in the configuration or setup process for BI DataSources.
  Configuration Issues: There may be issues in the configuration settings where the application components are not properly defined or linked.
  Authorization Issues: The user may not have the necessary authorizations to access the application components or BI DataSources.
  Missing or Incomplete Setup: The setup for the BI content generation might be incomplete, leading to the absence of application components.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Select Application Component:
  
  Go to the relevant configuration transaction (e.g., transaction code RSBI or similar).
  Ensure that you select the appropriate application component from the list provided.
  Save your changes and try to generate the BI DataSources again.
  
  
  
  Check Configuration:
  
  Review the configuration settings for BI content generation to ensure that all necessary application components are defined and correctly linked.
  If you are unsure about the correct settings, refer to the SAP documentation or consult with your SAP Basis or BI team.
  
  
  
  Review Authorizations:
  
  Check if the user has the necessary authorizations to access the application components and BI DataSources.
  If not, work with your security team to grant the required permissions.
  
  
  
  Complete Setup:
  
  Ensure that all steps in the setup process for BI content generation have been completed.
  If any steps are missing, follow the setup guide to complete the configuration.
  
  
  
  Consult SAP Notes:
  
  Check the SAP Support Portal for any relevant SAP Notes that might address this specific error message or provide additional troubleshooting steps.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  SAP Documentation: Refer to the official SAP documentation for detailed guidance on configuring BI content and application components.
  SAP Community: Engage with the SAP Community forums to see if other users have encountered similar issues and what solutions they found effective.
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as RSBI, RSA1, or others related to BI content management.
  
  If the issue persists after trying the above solutions, consider reaching out to SAP support for further assistance.