How To Fix R7003 - Invalid BW namespace definition -> See long text

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: R7 - BW: Data basis

• Message number: 003

• Message text: Invalid BW namespace definition -> See long text

What causes this issue?

The assignment of generation namespace &V2& to object namespace &V1& is
not allowed.

System Response

In accordance with SAP consulting note 401778 you cannot use the same
prefix as an object namespace and generation namespace.

How to fix this error?

SAP consulting note 401778 describes the procedure for creating a valid
BW partner namespace. You can display instructions in RSNSPACE by
choosing "?" (Help for BW Partner No.).

Procedure for System Administrators

The system issues an error message and will not allow you to continue with this transaction until the error is resolved.

Error message extract from SAP system. Copyright SAP SE.

Smart SAP Assistant

• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message R7003 - Invalid BW namespace definition -> See long text ?

  The SAP error message R7003, which indicates "Invalid BW namespace definition," typically arises in the context of SAP BW (Business Warehouse) when there is an issue with the namespace configuration for InfoObjects or other BW objects. This error can occur during various operations, such as data loading, reporting, or when trying to activate or transport objects.
  Cause:
  
  Incorrect Namespace Configuration: The namespace for InfoObjects or other BW objects may not be defined correctly. This can happen if the namespace is not aligned with the naming conventions or if it has been changed or deleted.
  Transport Issues: If objects have been transported from one system to another, the namespace might not be correctly defined in the target system.
  Missing or Inconsistent Metadata: The metadata for the BW objects may be incomplete or inconsistent, leading to issues in recognizing the namespace.
  System Configuration Issues: There may be underlying configuration issues in the BW system that affect how namespaces are recognized.
  
  Solution:
  
  Check Namespace Configuration: Verify the namespace settings in the BW system. Ensure that the namespaces for InfoObjects and other BW objects are correctly defined and follow the naming conventions.
  Review Transport Requests: If the error occurred after a transport, check the transport requests to ensure that all necessary objects and their metadata were included and correctly transported.
  Recreate or Adjust Objects: If specific InfoObjects are causing the issue, consider recreating them or adjusting their properties to ensure they align with the expected namespace definitions.
  Check for Inconsistencies: Use transaction codes like RSA1 (Data Warehousing Workbench) to check for inconsistencies in the BW objects and resolve any issues found.
  Consult SAP Notes: Look for relevant SAP Notes that may address this specific error. SAP frequently updates its knowledge base with solutions for common issues.
  System Refresh: In some cases, performing a system refresh or reinitializing the BW system may help resolve underlying configuration issues.
  
  Related Information:
  
  SAP BW Documentation: Refer to the official SAP BW documentation for detailed information on namespace definitions and best practices.
  SAP Community: Engage with the SAP Community forums to see if other users have encountered similar issues and what solutions they have found.
  SAP Support: If the issue persists, consider reaching out to SAP Support for assistance, especially if it is impacting critical business processes.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify and resolve the cause of the R7003 error in your SAP BW environment.