How To Fix MODEL013 - Attribute '&1' / Version &2 does not exist

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: MODEL - Modeling

• Message number: 013

• Message text: Attribute '&1' / Version &2 does not exist

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message MODEL013 - Attribute '&1' / Version &2 does not exist ?

  The SAP error message MODEL013 indicates that a specific attribute (denoted as &1) for a particular version (denoted as &2) does not exist in the system. This error typically occurs in the context of SAP BW (Business Warehouse) or SAP HANA when working with data models, InfoObjects, or similar structures.
  Cause:
  
  Non-Existent Attribute: The attribute you are trying to access or manipulate does not exist in the specified version of the data model.
  Incorrect Version: The version specified may not be valid or may not have been activated.
  Data Model Changes: Changes in the data model, such as deletions or modifications, may have led to the attribute being removed or renamed.
  Authorization Issues: Lack of proper authorizations to access the attribute or version may also lead to this error.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Verify Attribute Existence:
  
  Check if the attribute &1 exists in the data model you are working with. You can do this by navigating to the relevant InfoObject or data model in the SAP GUI or SAP BW modeling tools.
  
  
  
  Check Version:
  
  Ensure that the version &2 you are referencing is correct and exists. You can check the available versions in the relevant transaction or modeling tool.
  
  
  
  Review Changes:
  
  If there have been recent changes to the data model, review the change logs or documentation to see if the attribute was modified or removed.
  
  
  
  Activate the Version:
  
  If the version is newly created or modified, ensure that it has been activated properly. In SAP BW, for example, you may need to activate the InfoObject or the data model.
  
  
  
  Authorization Check:
  
  Ensure that you have the necessary authorizations to access the attribute and version. Consult with your SAP security team if needed.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Refer to SAP documentation or help resources for more specific guidance related to the data model you are working with.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: You may use transaction codes like RSA1 (Data Warehousing Workbench) or RSD1 (InfoObject Maintenance) to navigate and check the attributes and versions.
  SAP Notes: Check SAP Notes for any known issues or patches related to this error message.
  Community Forums: SAP Community and other forums can be helpful for finding similar issues faced by other users and their solutions.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the cause of the MODEL013 error and implement the appropriate solution.