How To Fix R7794 - InfoObject catalog &1 does not exist

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: R7 - BW: Data basis

• Message number: 794

• Message text: InfoObject catalog &1 does not exist

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message R7794 - InfoObject catalog &1 does not exist ?

  The SAP error message R7794, which states "InfoObject catalog &1 does not exist," typically occurs when the system is unable to find a specified InfoObject catalog in the SAP BW (Business Warehouse) environment. This can happen for several reasons, and here are some potential causes, solutions, and related information:
  Causes:
  
  Non-Existent Catalog: The specified InfoObject catalog does not exist in the system. This could be due to a typo in the catalog name or because it has not been created yet.
  Transport Issues: If the catalog was recently transported from another system, the transport may not have been successful, or the catalog may not have been included in the transport request.
  Authorization Issues: The user may not have the necessary authorizations to access the InfoObject catalog, leading to the perception that it does not exist.
  System Configuration: There may be issues with the system configuration or inconsistencies in the BW environment.
  
  Solutions:
  
  Verify Catalog Name: Double-check the name of the InfoObject catalog you are trying to access. Ensure that it is spelled correctly and matches the name in the system.
  Check Catalog Existence: Use transaction codes like RSA1 (Data Warehousing Workbench) to navigate to the InfoObject catalog and verify if it exists.
  Create Catalog: If the catalog does not exist, you may need to create it. This can be done through the Data Warehousing Workbench.
  Transport Check: If the catalog was supposed to be transported, check the transport logs to ensure that it was included and successfully imported into the target system.
  Authorization Check: Ensure that the user has the necessary authorizations to access the InfoObject catalog. You may need to consult with your SAP security team to verify and adjust authorizations.
  System Consistency Check: Run consistency checks in the BW system to identify and resolve any inconsistencies that may be affecting the InfoObject catalog.
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as RSA1 (Data Warehousing Workbench), RSD1 (InfoObject Maintenance), and SE11 (Data Dictionary) for further investigation.
  SAP Notes: Check SAP Notes for any known issues or patches related to this error message. SAP Notes can provide additional context and solutions.
  Documentation: Review SAP documentation on InfoObject catalogs and their management to understand best practices and troubleshooting steps.
  
  If the issue persists after trying the above solutions, consider reaching out to SAP support for further assistance.