How To Fix GQPI053 - No extract structure exists for ledger table &1

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: GQPI - FI-SL: Interface to Business Information Warehouse

• Message number: 053

• Message text: No extract structure exists for ledger table &1

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message GQPI053 - No extract structure exists for ledger table &1 ?

  The SAP error message GQPI053, which states "No extract structure exists for ledger table &1," typically occurs in the context of data extraction processes, particularly when working with the SAP General Ledger (G/L) and the Data Warehousing or Business Intelligence (BI) components.
  Cause:
  This error indicates that there is no extract structure defined for the specified ledger table. This can happen for several reasons:
  
  Missing Extract Structure: The extract structure for the specified ledger table has not been created or activated in the system.
  Incorrect Configuration: The configuration for the data extraction process may be incomplete or incorrect.
  Custom Developments: If there are custom developments or modifications in the system, they may not have the necessary extract structures defined.
  
  Solution:
  To resolve the GQPI053 error, you can follow these steps:
  
  
  Check Extract Structure:
  
  Go to transaction code SE11 (Data Dictionary) and check if the extract structure for the specified ledger table exists.
  If it does not exist, you may need to create it.
  
  
  
  Create Extract Structure:
  
  If the extract structure is missing, you can create it using transaction code SE11:
  
  Choose "Extract Structure" as the object type.
  Define the structure based on the fields you need to extract from the ledger table.
  Activate the extract structure after creation.
  
  
  
  
  
  Check DataSource Configuration:
  
  Go to transaction code RSA1 (Data Warehousing Workbench) and check the DataSource configuration for the relevant ledger.
  Ensure that the DataSource is correctly configured to use the extract structure you created.
  
  
  
  Re-activate DataSource:
  
  If changes were made, you may need to re-activate the DataSource to ensure it picks up the new extract structure.
  
  
  
  Check for Notes and Updates:
  
  Check the SAP Support Portal for any relevant SAP Notes that may address this issue or provide updates related to your version of SAP.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Review the SAP documentation for data extraction processes to ensure that all necessary steps have been followed.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes:
  
  SE11: Data Dictionary
  RSA1: Data Warehousing Workbench
  LBWE: Logistics Extraction
  
  
  SAP Notes: Always check for relevant SAP Notes that may provide additional guidance or fixes related to this error.
  SAP Community: Engage with the SAP Community forums for insights from other users who may have encountered similar issues.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the GQPI053 error and ensure that the necessary extract structures are in place for your data extraction processes.