How To Fix FM_BP_BWRET049 - BW Object &1 Does Not Exist in Query &2

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: FM_BP_BWRET - Messages for FM Budget Preparation Retraction

• Message number: 049

• Message text: BW Object &1 Does Not Exist in Query &2

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message FM_BP_BWRET049 - BW Object &1 Does Not Exist in Query &2 ?

  The SAP error message FM_BP_BWRET049 indicates that a specific BW (Business Warehouse) object does not exist in the specified query. This error typically arises in the context of BW reporting or when trying to execute a query that references a BW object (like a characteristic, key figure, or InfoObject) that is not available or has been deleted.
  Causes:
  
  Object Deletion: The BW object (e.g., InfoObject, characteristic, or key figure) referenced in the query has been deleted or is not active.
  Incorrect Query Definition: The query may have been defined incorrectly, referencing objects that do not exist in the current context.
  Transport Issues: If the query or the BW object was transported from one system to another, there may have been issues during the transport process.
  Version Mismatch: The query may be referencing an older version of the BW object that has since been updated or changed.
  Authorization Issues: The user executing the query may not have the necessary authorizations to access the BW object.
  
  Solutions:
  
  Check Object Existence: Verify that the BW object referenced in the error message exists in the system. You can do this by navigating to the relevant InfoObject or characteristic in the BW modeling tools.
  Update Query: If the object has been deleted or is no longer relevant, update the query to remove references to the non-existent object.
  Recreate the Object: If the object was deleted by mistake, consider recreating it if possible.
  Check Transport Logs: If the issue arose after a transport, check the transport logs for any errors or warnings that might indicate what went wrong.
  Review Authorizations: Ensure that the user has the necessary authorizations to access the BW object and execute the query.
  Query Designer: Use the Query Designer to check the query definition and ensure that all referenced objects are valid and active.
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: You may use transaction codes like RSA1 (Data Warehousing Workbench) to check the status of InfoObjects and queries.
  BW Modeling Tools: Familiarize yourself with BW modeling tools to manage and troubleshoot BW objects effectively.
  SAP Notes: Check SAP Notes for any known issues or patches related to this error message.
  Documentation: Review SAP documentation for best practices in managing BW queries and objects.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the cause of the error and implement a solution to resolve it.