How To Fix R9204 - Source InfoCube &1 does not contain component of type &2

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: R9 - Business Explorer

• Message number: 204

• Message text: Source InfoCube &1 does not contain component of type &2

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message R9204 - Source InfoCube &1 does not contain component of type &2 ?

  The SAP error message R9204 indicates that there is an issue with the InfoCube you are trying to access or work with. Specifically, it means that the InfoCube does not contain a component of the specified type. This error typically arises in the context of data extraction, reporting, or data modeling in SAP BW (Business Warehouse).
  Cause:
  
  Missing Component: The InfoCube you are trying to use does not have the required characteristic or key figure that is expected by the query or process you are executing.
  Incorrect Query Definition: The query might be defined incorrectly, referencing components that do not exist in the InfoCube.
  Data Model Changes: If there have been recent changes to the data model (e.g., changes in InfoObjects, InfoCubes, or transformations), it may lead to inconsistencies.
  Transport Issues: If the InfoCube was transported from one system to another, it might not have been transported correctly, leading to missing components.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check InfoCube Structure: Verify the structure of the InfoCube in question. Ensure that it contains the required characteristics and key figures that the query or process is trying to access.
  
  Go to the InfoCube in the Data Warehousing Workbench (transaction RSA1) and check its definition.
  
  
  
  Review Query Definition: If you are running a query, check the query definition in the BEx Query Designer. Ensure that all the components referenced in the query exist in the InfoCube.
  
  
  Rebuild or Adjust the Query: If the query is referencing components that are no longer valid, you may need to adjust or rebuild the query to align with the current structure of the InfoCube.
  
  
  Check for Transport Issues: If the InfoCube was recently transported, ensure that all related objects were transported correctly. You may need to re-transport or manually adjust the InfoCube in the target system.
  
  
  Data Load Issues: If the error occurs during data loading, check the data load process and ensure that the data is being loaded correctly into the InfoCube.
  
  
  Consult Documentation: Review any relevant documentation or release notes for changes that may have affected the InfoCube or its components.
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Use transaction codes like RSA1 (Data Warehousing Workbench) and RSRT (Query Monitor) to analyze InfoCubes and queries.
  SAP Notes: Check SAP Notes for any known issues or patches related to this error message.
  Data Modeling: Familiarize yourself with data modeling concepts in SAP BW, including InfoCubes, InfoObjects, and queries, to better understand how components interact.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the root cause of the R9204 error and implement a solution to resolve it.