How To Fix R7070 - A BW application must be chosen

R7070 - Overview

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: R7 - BW: Data basis

• Message number: 070

• Message text: A BW application must be chosen

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R7070 - Details

• The SAP error message R7070, which states "A BW application must be chosen," typically occurs in the context of SAP BW (Business Warehouse) when a user attempts to execute a transaction or report that requires a specific BW application to be selected, but none has been specified.
  
  Cause:
  
  No BW Application Selected: The most common cause of this error is that the user has not selected a BW application in the relevant selection screen or input field.
  
  Configuration Issues: There may be issues with the configuration of the BW application in the system, leading to it not being recognized or available for selection.
  Authorization Issues: The user may not have the necessary authorizations to access the BW application, which can prevent it from being displayed in the selection options.
  
  
  Solution:
  
  Select a BW Application: Ensure that you select a valid BW application from the dropdown or input field where it is required. This is usually found