How To Fix PIVB118 - Fieldname &1 does not exist or is not a Key Figure

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: PIVB - Pivot Browser

• Message number: 118

• Message text: Fieldname &1 does not exist or is not a Key Figure

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message PIVB118 - Fieldname &1 does not exist or is not a Key Figure ?

  The SAP error message PIVB118 indicates that a field name specified in a query or report does not exist or is not recognized as a key figure in the context of the data model you are working with. This error typically occurs in the context of SAP BW (Business Warehouse) or SAP HANA when dealing with queries, reports, or data models.
  Cause:
  
  Field Name Typo: The field name specified in the query might be misspelled or incorrectly referenced.
  Field Not Available: The field may not exist in the data source or InfoProvider you are querying.
  Not a Key Figure: The field is not defined as a key figure in the data model, which means it cannot be used in calculations or aggregations.
  Data Source Changes: If the underlying data source has been modified (e.g., fields added or removed), the query may reference outdated field names.
  Authorization Issues: The user may not have the necessary authorizations to access the field.
  
  Solution:
  
  Check Field Name: Verify that the field name is spelled correctly and matches the field names defined in the data model.
  Review Data Model: Ensure that the field is defined in the InfoProvider or data source you are using. You can check this in the Data Warehousing Workbench or the relevant modeling tools.
  Key Figure Definition: Confirm that the field is defined as a key figure in the data model. If it is not, you may need to adjust the model or use a different field that is defined as a key figure.
  Update Queries: If the data source has changed, update the queries to reflect the current structure of the data model.
  Check Authorizations: Ensure that the user has the necessary authorizations to access the field in question. This may involve checking roles and permissions in the SAP system.
  
  Related Information:
  
  SAP Notes: Check SAP Notes for any known issues or patches related to this error message.
  Documentation: Refer to SAP documentation for information on key figures and data modeling in SAP BW or SAP HANA.
  Transaction Codes: Use transaction codes like RSA1 (Data Warehousing Workbench) to explore InfoProviders and field definitions.
  Debugging: If you have access, consider debugging the query to see where the error is occurring and gather more context about the issue.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the cause of the PIVB118 error and implement a solution to resolve it.