How To Fix R7B013 - Data type &1 does not exist

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

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

• Message number: 013

• Message text: Data type &1 does not exist

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message R7B013 - Data type &1 does not exist ?

  The SAP error message R7B013, which states "Data type &1 does not exist," typically occurs in the context of SAP BW (Business Warehouse) or SAP BI (Business Intelligence) when there is an issue with the data types defined in the system. This error can arise during various operations, such as data extraction, transformation, or loading processes.
  Cause:
  
  Missing Data Type: The specified data type (represented by &1) does not exist in the system. This could be due to a misconfiguration or an incorrect reference in the data model.
  Transport Issues: If the data type was recently transported from another system, it may not have been included in the transport request, leading to its absence in the target system.
  Changes in Data Model: If there have been recent changes to the data model or data types, and the changes were not properly activated or saved, this error may occur.
  Inconsistent Metadata: The metadata in the system may be inconsistent, leading to references to non-existent data types.
  
  Solution:
  
  Check Data Type Definition: Verify that the data type referenced in the error message exists in the system. You can do this by navigating to the relevant data type definitions in the SAP BW/BI modeling tools.
  Recreate or Activate Data Type: If the data type is missing, you may need to recreate it or activate it if it exists but is not active.
  Transport Check: If the data type was supposed to be transported from another system, check the transport logs to ensure that the transport request included the necessary objects. If not, you may need to re-transport the data type.
  Check for Changes: Review any recent changes made to the data model or data types. Ensure that all changes have been properly saved and activated.
  Consistency Check: Run consistency checks in the SAP BW system to identify and resolve any inconsistencies in the metadata.
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: You may use transaction codes like SE11 (Data Dictionary) to check data types or RSA1 (Data Warehousing Workbench) for BW-related objects.
  SAP Notes: Check SAP Notes for any known issues or patches related to this error message. SAP Notes can provide specific guidance or fixes for known problems.
  Documentation: Refer to SAP documentation for BW/BI modeling to understand how data types are defined and managed within the system.
  
  If the issue persists after following these steps, it may be beneficial to consult with your SAP Basis or BW team for further investigation.