How To Fix RS_DB_DB2066 - Item &1 is ignored. The object of type &2 does not exist.

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: RS_DB_DB2 - Messages for DB2-z/OS Implementation

• Message number: 066

• Message text: Item &1 is ignored. The object of type &2 does not exist.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message RS_DB_DB2066 - Item &1 is ignored. The object of type &2 does not exist. ?

  The SAP error message RS_DB_DB2066 indicates that a specific item (denoted as &1) is being ignored because the object of a certain type (denoted as &2) does not exist in the database. This error typically occurs in the context of data extraction or reporting processes, particularly when dealing with database objects such as InfoObjects, InfoProviders, or other data structures in SAP BW (Business Warehouse).
  Cause:
  
  
  Non-Existent Object: The most common cause of this error is that the object referenced by the item does not exist in the system. This could be due to:
  
  The object was deleted or not created.
  There is a typo in the object name or ID.
  The object is in a different client or system.
  
  
  
  Transport Issues: If the object was recently transported from another system, it may not have been transported correctly, leading to its absence in the target system.
  
  
  Authorization Issues: Sometimes, the user may not have the necessary authorizations to access the object, leading to the perception that it does not exist.
  
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Verify Object Existence: Check if the object (e.g., InfoObject, InfoProvider) exists in the system. You can do this by:
  
  Using transaction codes like RSA1 (Data Warehousing Workbench) to navigate to the relevant object.
  Searching for the object in the relevant transaction or using SE11 (Data Dictionary) for database tables.
  
  
  
  Check for Typos: Ensure that there are no typographical errors in the object name or ID in the configuration or query.
  
  
  Review Transport Logs: If the object was supposed to be transported, check the transport logs to ensure that the transport was successful and that the object was included.
  
  
  Authorization Check: Ensure that the user has the necessary authorizations to access the object. You can check this using transaction SU53 to see if there are any authorization issues.
  
  
  Recreate the Object: If the object is indeed missing and is required for your process, you may need to recreate it.
  
  
  Check for Dependencies: Sometimes, the object may depend on other objects. Ensure that all related objects are present and correctly configured.
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  SAP Notes: Check SAP Notes for any known issues or patches related to this error message. You can search for the error message number in the SAP Support Portal.
  Documentation: Review SAP documentation related to the specific objects you are working with (e.g., InfoObjects, InfoProviders) for any additional configuration steps that may be required.
  Community Forums: Consider checking SAP Community forums or other user groups for similar issues and solutions shared by other users.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the cause of the RS_DB_DB2066 error and implement a solution to resolve it.