How To Fix RS_SMA177 - Object does not exist! (&1)

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: RS_SMA -

• Message number: 177

• Message text: Object does not exist! (&1)

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message RS_SMA177 - Object does not exist! (&1) ?

  The SAP error message RS_SMA177 "Object does not exist! (&1)" typically occurs in the context of SAP BW (Business Warehouse) or SAP BI (Business Intelligence) when the system is unable to find a specific object, such as a query, InfoProvider, or other data objects that are referenced in a report or process.
  Cause:
  
  Object Deletion: The object you are trying to access may have been deleted or is no longer available in the system.
  Incorrect Object Name: There may be a typo or incorrect naming in the object reference.
  Transport Issues: If the object was recently transported from one system to another (e.g., from development to production), it may not have been transported correctly or may not exist in the target system.
  Authorization Issues: The user may not have the necessary authorizations to access the object, leading to the perception that it does not exist.
  Data Model Changes: Changes in the data model, such as modifications to InfoProviders or queries, can lead to references to non-existent objects.
  
  Solution:
  
  Verify Object Existence: Check if the object (e.g., InfoProvider, query) exists in the system. You can do this by navigating to the relevant transaction (e.g., RSA1 for InfoProviders) and searching for the object.
  Check for Typos: Ensure that the object name is spelled correctly in the report or query.
  Review Transport Logs: If the object was recently transported, check the transport logs to ensure that it was successfully transported and is available in the target system.
  Authorization Check: Verify that the user has the necessary authorizations to access the object. You can use transaction SU53 to check for authorization issues.
  Recreate the Object: If the object has been deleted and is required, you may need to recreate it or restore it from a backup if available.
  Check Data Model Changes: If there have been recent changes to the data model, ensure that all dependencies and references are updated accordingly.
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as RSA1 (Data Warehousing Workbench), RSRT (Query Monitor), and SE11 (Data Dictionary) to investigate the issue further.
  SAP Notes: Check SAP Notes for any known issues or patches related to this error message. You can search the SAP Support Portal for specific notes that may address your issue.
  Documentation: Review SAP documentation related to BW/BI objects and error handling for additional insights.
  
  If the issue persists after following these steps, consider reaching out to your SAP Basis or BW team for further assistance, as they may have more tools and access to diagnose the problem.