How To Fix GC701 - Group 'BW' missing in column structure &

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: GC - Error Messages for Consolidation/Extended General Ledger

• Message number: 701

• Message text: Group 'BW' missing in column structure &

What causes this issue?

The transaction type with indicator '$BW' must be specified in the
column layout of the report when using detail level '2', drilldown.

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?

Insert the indicator '$BW' into the column layout.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message GC701 - Group 'BW' missing in column structure & ?

  The SAP error message GC701 indicates that there is a missing group in the column structure of a query or report, specifically the group 'BW'. This error typically arises in the context of SAP BW (Business Warehouse) when there is an issue with the data model or the query definition.
  Cause:
  
  Missing Group Definition: The group 'BW' may not be defined in the data model or the query structure.
  Changes in Data Model: If there have been recent changes to the data model, such as the deletion or modification of InfoObjects or InfoProviders, it could lead to this error.
  Transport Issues: If the query or data model was transported from one system to another, the group might not have been included in the transport.
  Authorization Issues: Sometimes, the user may not have the necessary authorizations to access the group, leading to this error.
  
  Solution:
  
  Check Group Definition: Verify if the group 'BW' is defined in the relevant InfoObject or query. If it is missing, you may need to recreate it.
  Rebuild the Query: If the query is corrupted or misconfigured, consider rebuilding it from scratch or adjusting the existing query to include the necessary groups.
  Transport Check: If the issue arose after a transport, check the transport logs to ensure that all necessary objects were included and correctly transported.
  Authorization Check: Ensure that the user has the necessary authorizations to access the group. You may need to consult with your security team to verify this.
  Consult Documentation: Review SAP documentation or notes related to this error for any specific guidance or patches that may address the issue.
  
  Related Information:
  
  SAP Notes: Check SAP Notes for any known issues or patches related to this error message. You can search for GC701 in the SAP Support Portal.
  Transaction Codes: Use transaction codes like RSA1 (Data Warehousing Workbench) to check the InfoObjects and InfoProviders.
  Query Designer: Use the Query Designer to review the query structure and ensure that all necessary groups are included.
  Support Community: Consider reaching out to the SAP Community or forums for additional insights from other users who may have encountered similar issues.
  
  If the problem persists after trying the above solutions, it may be beneficial to engage with SAP support for further assistance.