How To Fix IWP051 - InfoObject /ILM/KDUMMY does not exist

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: IWP - Messages for IWP

• Message number: 051

• Message text: InfoObject /ILM/KDUMMY does not exist

What causes this issue?

You are creating a VirtualProvider based on a table which contains no
key figure. To create such a VirtualProvider, a dummy key figure is
required.

System Response

The VirtualProvider cannot be created.

How to fix this error?

Create a dummy key figure named /ILM/KDUMMY.

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.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message IWP051 - InfoObject /ILM/KDUMMY does not exist ?

  The SAP error message IWP051 indicates that the InfoObject /ILM/KDUMMY does not exist in the system. This error typically arises in the context of Information Lifecycle Management (ILM) or when working with InfoObjects in SAP BW (Business Warehouse) or SAP HANA.
  Cause:
  
  Missing InfoObject: The InfoObject /ILM/KDUMMY may not have been created or activated in the system.
  Incorrect Configuration: There may be a configuration issue where the system is trying to reference an InfoObject that is not defined.
  Transport Issues: If the InfoObject was supposed to be transported from another system (like Development to Production), it may not have been included in the transport request.
  System Upgrade or Changes: Changes in the system, such as upgrades or modifications, may have led to the InfoObject being deleted or becoming inactive.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check InfoObject Existence:
  
  Go to the SAP BW modeling tools or transaction code RSA1 and check if the InfoObject /ILM/KDUMMY exists.
  If it does not exist, you may need to create it or restore it from a backup.
  
  
  
  Create the InfoObject:
  
  If the InfoObject is indeed missing, you can create it using the InfoObject maintenance transaction (transaction code RSD1).
  Ensure that you define the necessary attributes and characteristics for the InfoObject.
  
  
  
  Check Transport Requests:
  
  If the InfoObject was supposed to be transported, check the transport requests to ensure it was included and successfully transported.
  If it was not transported, you may need to create a new transport request and include the InfoObject.
  
  
  
  Review Configuration:
  
  Review any configurations or settings that reference the InfoObject to ensure they are correct and do not point to a non-existent object.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Check SAP documentation or notes related to ILM and InfoObjects for any specific guidance or known issues.
  
  
  
  Contact SAP Support:
  
  If the issue persists and you cannot resolve it, consider reaching out to SAP support for further assistance.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes:
  
  RSA1: Data Warehousing Workbench
  RSD1: InfoObject Maintenance
  
  
  SAP Notes: Search for relevant SAP Notes in the SAP Support Portal that may address this specific error or provide additional context.
  ILM Documentation: Review the official SAP documentation on Information Lifecycle Management for best practices and troubleshooting tips.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the cause of the error and implement a solution to resolve it.