How To Fix MCW_AA131 - InfoCube & does not exist in system &!

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: MCW_AA - Messages for BW Interface Analytical Applications

• Message number: 131

• Message text: InfoCube & does not exist in system &!

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message MCW_AA131 - InfoCube & does not exist in system &! ?

  The SAP error message MCW_AA131 indicates that the specified InfoCube does not exist in the system. This error typically occurs in the context of SAP BW (Business Warehouse) when trying to access or manipulate an InfoCube that has not been defined or has been deleted.
  Causes:
  
  Non-existent InfoCube: The InfoCube you are trying to access has not been created or has been deleted from the system.
  Incorrect InfoCube Name: There may be a typo or incorrect naming in the InfoCube reference.
  Authorization Issues: The user may not have the necessary authorizations to access the InfoCube, leading to the perception that it does not exist.
  Transport Issues: If the InfoCube was recently transported from another system, it may not have been successfully imported.
  
  Solutions:
  
  
  Verify InfoCube Existence:
  
  Go to the SAP BW modeling tools (e.g., RSA1) and check if the InfoCube exists in the system.
  Use transaction code RSA1 to navigate to the InfoProvider section and confirm the InfoCube's presence.
  
  
  
  Check Naming:
  
  Ensure that the name of the InfoCube you are trying to access is correct. Look for any typos or discrepancies.
  
  
  
  Authorization Check:
  
  Verify that the user has the necessary authorizations to access the InfoCube. You may need to consult with your SAP security team to ensure proper roles and permissions are assigned.
  
  
  
  Transport Verification:
  
  If the InfoCube was recently transported, check the transport logs to ensure that the transport was successful and that all objects were imported correctly.
  
  
  
  Recreate the InfoCube:
  
  If the InfoCube does not exist and is required, you may need to recreate it. Ensure that you follow the correct steps for creating an InfoCube in SAP BW.
  
  
  
  Check for System Issues:
  
  Sometimes, system inconsistencies can lead to such errors. Running consistency checks or consulting with your SAP Basis team may help identify underlying issues.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: 
  
  RSA1: Data Warehousing Workbench
  RSD1: InfoObject Maintenance
  RSD3: InfoCube Maintenance
  
  
  SAP Notes: Check SAP Notes related to InfoCubes and error messages for any known issues or patches.
  Documentation: Refer to SAP Help documentation for detailed information on InfoCubes and their management.
  
  If the issue persists after trying the above solutions, consider reaching out to SAP support for further assistance.