How To Fix R9404 - No shape files on the BW server for geo-InfoObject &1

R9404 - Overview

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: R9 - Business Explorer

• Message number: 404

• Message text: No shape files on the BW server for geo-InfoObject &1

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message R9404 - No shape files on the BW server for geo-InfoObject &1 ?

  The SAP error message R9404 "No shape files on the BW server for geo-InfoObject &1" typically occurs in the context of SAP BW (Business Warehouse) when working with geographical data visualizations, such as maps. This error indicates that the system cannot find the necessary shape files associated with the specified geo-InfoObject.
  
  Cause:
  
  Missing Shape Files: The most common cause of this error is that the required shape files for the specified geo-InfoObject are not present on the BW server.
  Incorrect Configuration: The geo-InfoObject may not be properly configured to point to the correct location of the shape files.
  Transport Issues: If the shape files were recently transported from another system, they may not have been included or properly transferred.
  File Permissions: There may be issues with file permissions that prevent the BW server from accessing the shape files.
  
  
  Solution:
  
  Check for Shape Files: Verify that the shape files for the geo-InfoObject are present in the expected directory