How To Fix RMSC016 - Error occurred when determining the root object for formula &1

RMSC016 - Overview

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: RMSC - Message Class for Compliance Check in the RM Workbench

• Message number: 016

• Message text: Error occurred when determining the root object for formula &1

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message RMSC016 - Error occurred when determining the root object for formula &1 ?

  The SAP error message RMSC016, which states "Error occurred when determining the root object for formula &1," typically occurs in the context of SAP BW (Business Warehouse) when there is an issue with a formula in a query or a calculation that is trying to reference a root object that cannot be found or is not defined correctly.
  Causes:
  
  Missing or Incorrect Formula Definition: The formula referenced in the error message may not be defined correctly or may be missing altogether.
  Invalid Characteristic or Key Figure: The formula may be trying to reference a characteristic or key figure that does not exist or is not available in the context of the query.
  Data Source Issues: The underlying data source for the query may have issues, such as missing data or incorrect data model configurations.
  Authorization Issues: The user executing the query may not have the necessary authorizations to access the data or objects referenced in