G01169 - Dimension Y1 does not exist

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: G01 - SAP Consolidation

• Message number: 169

• Message text: Dimension Y1 does not exist

What causes this issue?

In SAP S/4HANA consolidation, only <ZH>one</> dimension is allowed; this
dimension must have the characteristic value Y1.
When copying between dimensions for transfer to SAP S/4HANA, the system
uses characteristic value Y1 for the <LS>target dimension </> as the
destination for the copy.
Dimension Y1 does not exist in the system. This means that the system
cannot execute the copy function from the source dimension to dimension
Y1.

System Response

The system terminates the copy function with an error message.

How to fix this error?

Create dimension Y1 manually (by using transaction CX1K).

Procedure for System Administrators

The system issues an error message and will not allow you to continue with this transaction until the error is resolved.

Error message extract from SAP system. Copyright SAP SE.

Smart SAP Assistant

• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message G01169 - Dimension Y1 does not exist ?

  The SAP error message G01169, which states "Dimension Y1 does not exist," typically occurs in the context of SAP Business Planning and Consolidation (BPC) or SAP Analytics Cloud (SAC) when a user attempts to access or manipulate a dimension that has not been defined or is not available in the current context.
  Cause:
  
  Missing Dimension: The dimension Y1 may not have been created in the model or application you are working with.
  Incorrect Model: The user might be working in a model that does not include the Y1 dimension.
  Typographical Error: There could be a typo in the dimension name when it is referenced in a report, formula, or data input.
  Data Source Issues: The data source being used may not have the Y1 dimension available due to configuration or data loading issues.
  Versioning Issues: If you are using different versions of a model, the dimension may exist in one version but not in another.
  
  Solution:
  
  Check Dimension Definition: Verify that the Y1 dimension is defined in the model. You can do this by navigating to the model management area in BPC or SAC and checking the list of dimensions.
  Correct Model Selection: Ensure that you are working in the correct model that includes the Y1 dimension. If necessary, switch to the appropriate model.
  Review References: Check any reports, formulas, or scripts where the Y1 dimension is referenced for typographical errors or incorrect references.
  Data Source Configuration: If you are pulling data from an external source, ensure that the data source is correctly configured to include the Y1 dimension.
  Consult Documentation: Refer to the SAP documentation or help resources for guidance on dimension management and troubleshooting.
  Contact Support: If the issue persists, consider reaching out to your SAP support team or consulting the SAP community for further assistance.
  
  Related Information:
  
  SAP BPC Documentation: Review the official SAP BPC documentation for details on dimension management and troubleshooting.
  SAP Community: Engage with the SAP Community forums to see if others have encountered similar issues and to find potential solutions.
  Version Control: If you are using version control in your models, ensure that the correct version is active and that it includes the necessary dimensions.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the cause of the G01169 error and implement a solution to resolve it.