How To Fix LCM_LCA_ERR_CODES611 - Requested alias '&1' not present in variable '&2'

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: LCM_LCA_ERR_CODES - Message Mapping from LCA to LCM

• Message number: 611

• Message text: Requested alias '&1' not present in variable '&2'

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message LCM_LCA_ERR_CODES611 - Requested alias '&1' not present in variable '&2' ?

  The SAP error message LCM_LCA_ERR_CODES611 indicates that there is an issue with a requested alias not being present in a specified variable. This error typically occurs in the context of SAP Business Warehouse (BW) or SAP BusinessObjects when dealing with variables and their aliases in reports or queries.
  Cause:
  
  Missing Alias: The alias specified in the error message (&1) does not exist in the variable (&2). This could happen if the alias was deleted, renamed, or never created.
  Incorrect Variable Configuration: The variable might not be properly configured to include the expected aliases.
  Data Source Changes: If the underlying data source has changed (e.g., a change in the InfoObject or InfoProvider), it may lead to discrepancies in the aliases.
  Transport Issues: If the object was transported from one system to another, the alias might not have been included in the transport.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check Alias Configuration:
  
  Go to the variable definition in the SAP BW or BusinessObjects environment.
  Verify that the alias specified in the error message exists and is correctly configured.
  
  
  
  Create or Restore Alias:
  
  If the alias is missing, create it again in the variable settings.
  If it was deleted accidentally, restore it from a backup or recreate it as needed.
  
  
  
  Review Data Source:
  
  Ensure that the data source or InfoProvider is correctly set up and that it includes the necessary aliases.
  Check for any recent changes to the data model that might have affected the variable.
  
  
  
  Transport Check:
  
  If the issue arose after a transport, check the transport logs to ensure that all necessary objects, including aliases, were transported correctly.
  
  
  
  Testing:
  
  After making changes, test the variable in a report or query to ensure that the error no longer occurs.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  SAP Notes: Check SAP Notes related to this error message for any specific patches or updates that may address the issue.
  Documentation: Review SAP documentation on variable management and alias configuration for best practices.
  Community Forums: Engage with SAP community forums or support channels for additional insights or similar experiences from other users.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the LCM_LCA_ERR_CODES611 error and ensure that your variables and aliases are correctly configured in your SAP environment.