How To Fix R7B004 - InfoObject catalog &1 deleted

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: R7B - BW Metadata (InfoCube, InfoObject, InfoObject catalog)

• Message number: 004

• Message text: InfoObject catalog &1 deleted

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message R7B004 - InfoObject catalog &1 deleted ?

  The SAP error message R7B004, which states "InfoObject catalog &1 deleted," typically occurs in the context of SAP BW (Business Warehouse) or SAP BI (Business Intelligence) when an InfoObject catalog has been deleted or is no longer available in the system. This can happen for various reasons, such as system changes, data model adjustments, or manual deletions.
  Cause:
  
  Manual Deletion: The InfoObject catalog was manually deleted by a user or during a system cleanup process.
  Transport Issues: If the InfoObject catalog was part of a transport request that failed or was not imported correctly, it may lead to this error.
  System Upgrade or Migration: Changes during system upgrades or migrations can sometimes lead to the deletion or unavailability of certain objects.
  Data Model Changes: Changes in the data model or InfoObjects that reference the catalog may lead to inconsistencies.
  
  Solution:
  
  Check Catalog Existence: Verify if the InfoObject catalog still exists in the system. You can do this by navigating to the relevant transaction (e.g., RSA1 for Data Warehousing Workbench) and checking the InfoObject catalog.
  Restore from Backup: If the catalog was deleted accidentally, you may need to restore it from a backup if available.
  Recreate the Catalog: If the catalog is not recoverable, you may need to recreate it manually. Ensure that all necessary InfoObjects are included in the new catalog.
  Transport Request: If the issue is related to transport, check the transport logs for errors and ensure that the transport request containing the InfoObject catalog is correctly imported.
  Check Dependencies: Review any dependencies or references to the deleted catalog in other objects or queries. You may need to update or remove these references to resolve the error.
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as RSA1 (Data Warehousing Workbench), RSD1 (InfoObject Maintenance), and SE09/SE10 (Transport Organizer).
  SAP Notes: Check SAP Notes for any known issues or patches related to this error message. SAP frequently updates its knowledge base with solutions for common problems.
  Documentation: Review SAP documentation for InfoObject catalogs and their management to understand best practices and avoid similar issues in the future.
  
  If the problem persists after trying the above solutions, consider reaching out to your SAP Basis or BW support team for further assistance.