How To Fix /PF1/MSG_PO_E139 - The specified BIC does not exist

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: /PF1/MSG_PO_E -

• Message number: 139

• Message text: The specified BIC does not exist

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message /PF1/MSG_PO_E139 - The specified BIC does not exist ?

  The SAP error message /PF1/MSG_PO_E139 The specified BIC does not exist typically occurs in the context of SAP's Business Information Warehouse (BW) or when dealing with Business Intelligence (BI) components. The error indicates that a Business Information Component (BIC) that is being referenced does not exist in the system.
  Cause:
  
  Non-existent BIC: The BIC you are trying to access or use in your query or report does not exist in the system. This could be due to a typo in the BIC name or the BIC not being created or activated.
  Transport Issues: If the BIC was recently transported from another system, it may not have been successfully imported or activated in the target system.
  Authorization Issues: The user may not have the necessary authorizations to access the BIC, leading to the perception that it does not exist.
  Data Model Changes: Changes in the data model or structure may have led to the BIC being removed or renamed.
  
  Solution:
  
  Verify BIC Name: Double-check the name of the BIC you are trying to use. Ensure there are no typos or incorrect references.
  Check BIC Existence: Use transaction codes like RSA1 (Data Warehousing Workbench) to check if the BIC exists in the system. Navigate to the relevant InfoProvider or DataSource to confirm its presence.
  Activate BIC: If the BIC exists but is not activated, activate it. This can often be done in the Data Warehousing Workbench.
  Transport Check: If the BIC was supposed to be transported from another system, check the transport logs to ensure it was successfully imported. If not, you may need to re-transport it.
  Authorization Check: Ensure that the user has the necessary authorizations to access the BIC. This may involve checking roles and authorizations in the user profile.
  Consult Documentation: If the BIC is part of a standard SAP application or module, consult the relevant SAP documentation or support notes for additional guidance.
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as RSA1 for BW, SE11 for Data Dictionary, and SE80 for Object Navigator.
  SAP Notes: Check SAP Notes for any known issues or patches related to the specific BIC or error message.
  Support: If the issue persists, consider reaching out to SAP support or your internal SAP team for further assistance.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the cause of the error and implement a solution to resolve it.