How To Fix RS_B4HPREP002 - Non-Existing Object &1 &2 will be purged from RSOOBJXREF

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: RS_B4HPREP - B4H Transfer Preparation Messages

• Message number: 002

• Message text: Non-Existing Object &1 &2 will be purged from RSOOBJXREF

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message RS_B4HPREP002 - Non-Existing Object &1 &2 will be purged from RSOOBJXREF ?

  The SAP error message RS_B4HPREP002 indicates that a non-existing object (like a DataSource, InfoObject, or other BI-related object) is being referenced in the system and will be purged from the RSOOBJXREF table. This table is used to maintain references to objects in the SAP BW (Business Warehouse) system.
  Cause:
  The error typically occurs due to one of the following reasons:
  
  Deleted Objects: The object referenced in the message has been deleted from the system, but there are still references to it in the RSOOBJXREF table.
  Transport Issues: If objects were transported between systems (e.g., from development to production), and the transport did not include all dependencies, it could lead to missing references.
  Inconsistent Metadata: Changes in the metadata of objects without proper updates or adjustments can lead to inconsistencies.
  
  Solution:
  To resolve this error, you can take the following steps:
  
  
  Identify the Object: Check the object type and name indicated in the error message (the placeholders &1 and &2 will be replaced with the actual object type and name). This will help you understand what is missing.
  
  
  Check Object Existence: Verify if the object still exists in the system. You can do this by navigating to the relevant transaction (e.g., RSA1 for DataSources, RSD1 for InfoObjects) and searching for the object.
  
  
  Remove References: If the object has been deleted and is no longer needed, you can safely ignore the message. The system will automatically purge the reference from RSOOBJXREF.
  
  
  Recreate or Restore: If the object is required, you may need to recreate it or restore it from a backup or transport request.
  
  
  Consistency Check: Run consistency checks in the BW system to ensure that all objects and their references are intact. You can use transaction RSBAS000 to perform a consistency check.
  
  
  Update Metadata: If there are inconsistencies, you may need to update the metadata of the objects involved to ensure that all references are valid.
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as RSA1 (Data Warehousing Workbench), RSD1 (InfoObject Maintenance), and RSBAS000 (Consistency Check).
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that may address this specific error or provide additional guidance.
  Documentation: Review SAP documentation on object management in BW to understand how objects are referenced and managed.
  
  If the issue persists after following these steps, consider reaching out to SAP support for further assistance.