How To Fix GBW201 - No data has been read from InfoCube &3

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: GBW - SAP Consolidation interface to BW

• Message number: 201

• Message text: No data has been read from InfoCube &3

What causes this issue?

A data flow from BW has been stored in the consolidation Customizing
for the current position planning/view/version combination &V1&. Data
from InfoCube &V3& has been requested for the specified period via the
logical destination &V2&. However, no data records were read in.

System Response

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

How to fix this error?

If necessary, use reporting in BW to check whether there is data on the
relevant consolidation units in InfoCube &V3&.

Procedure for System Administrators

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message GBW201 - No data has been read from InfoCube &3 ?

  The SAP error message GBW201 ("No data has been read from InfoCube &3") typically occurs in the context of SAP BW (Business Warehouse) when a query or report is executed, but no data is returned from the specified InfoCube. Here are some common causes, solutions, and related information for this error:
  Causes:
  
  No Data in InfoCube: The InfoCube may not contain any data for the specified time period or selection criteria.
  Incorrect Query Filters: The filters applied in the query may be too restrictive, leading to no data being returned.
  Data Loading Issues: There may have been issues during the data loading process (e.g., data extraction, transformation, or loading) that resulted in no data being loaded into the InfoCube.
  Data Activation Issues: Data may have been loaded but not activated, meaning it is not available for reporting.
  Incorrect InfoObject Settings: The InfoObjects used in the query may not be correctly configured or may not have any values.
  Time Period Selection: The selected time period may not have any data available in the InfoCube.
  
  Solutions:
  
  Check Data in InfoCube: Use transaction codes like RSA1 (Data Warehousing Workbench) to check if there is any data in the InfoCube. You can also use the SE16 transaction to view the data in the underlying tables.
  Review Query Filters: Examine the filters applied in the query. Try removing or adjusting them to see if data can be retrieved.
  Verify Data Load Process: Check the data load process in the Data Warehousing Workbench (RSA1) to ensure that data was successfully loaded into the InfoCube. Look for any errors or warnings in the process.
  Check Data Activation: Ensure that the data has been activated. You can do this in the Data Warehousing Workbench by checking the status of the InfoCube.
  Inspect InfoObject Settings: Review the settings of the InfoObjects used in the query to ensure they are correctly configured and populated with data.
  Adjust Time Period: If applicable, change the time period in the query to a range that is known to have data.
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as RSA1, RSRT (Query Monitor), and SE16 (Data Browser) for troubleshooting.
  Data Flow Monitoring: Use the Data Flow Monitor to track the data flow from the source to the InfoCube and identify any bottlenecks or issues.
  SAP Notes: Check SAP Notes for any known issues or patches related to the specific version of SAP BW you are using.
  Documentation: Refer to SAP documentation for best practices in data loading and query design to avoid common pitfalls.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the cause of the GBW201 error and implement a solution to retrieve the desired data from the InfoCube.