How To Fix RS_SMA509 - Navigation could not be executed. The navigation step does not exist.

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: RS_SMA -

• Message number: 509

• Message text: Navigation could not be executed. The navigation step does not exist.

What causes this issue?

You have just executed a SAP shortcut. This shortcut was intended to
execute a navigation step that does not exist. Navigation step <(>&<)>v1
& does not exist (no entry in database table rssmanavstep).

System Response

Instead of navigation to the Administrator Workbench as required, this
message is displayed.

How to fix this error?

Delete the shortcut.

Procedure for System Administrators

The system issues an error message and will not allow you to continue with this transaction until the error is resolved.

Error message extract from SAP system. Copyright SAP SE.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message RS_SMA509 - Navigation could not be executed. The navigation step does not exist. ?

  The SAP error message RS_SMA509 ("Navigation could not be executed. The navigation step does not exist.") typically occurs in the context of SAP BW (Business Warehouse) or SAP BI (Business Intelligence) when a user attempts to navigate to a specific report or data view that is not available or has been incorrectly configured.
  Causes:
  
  Missing Navigation Step: The navigation step that the user is trying to access may not exist in the data model or report.
  Incorrect Configuration: The navigation path or the query might not be properly configured in the BW system.
  Authorization Issues: The user may not have the necessary authorizations to access the navigation step.
  Transport Issues: If the navigation step was recently transported from another system, it may not have been properly activated or may be missing in the target system.
  Data Source Changes: Changes in the underlying data source or InfoProvider may lead to the navigation step being unavailable.
  
  Solutions:
  
  Check Navigation Steps: Verify that the navigation step exists in the query or report. You can do this by checking the query definition in the BEx Query Designer.
  Reconfigure the Query: If the navigation step is missing, you may need to reconfigure the query or report to include the necessary navigation steps.
  Authorization Check: Ensure that the user has the appropriate authorizations to access the navigation step. This can be checked in the user roles and authorizations.
  Transport Validation: If the navigation step was recently transported, ensure that all necessary objects were transported and activated in the target system.
  Data Source Verification: Check if there have been any changes to the data source or InfoProvider that could affect the navigation step. Ensure that the data source is active and correctly configured.
  System Logs: Review system logs for any additional error messages or warnings that could provide more context about the issue.
  
  Related Information:
  
  BEx Query Designer: Use this tool to check and modify queries in SAP BW.
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as RSA1 (Data Warehousing Workbench) and RSRT (Query Monitor) for troubleshooting.
  SAP Notes: Check SAP Notes for any known issues or patches related to this error message.
  Documentation: Refer to SAP documentation for guidance on configuring navigation steps and queries.
  
  If the issue persists after trying the above solutions, it may be beneficial to consult with your SAP Basis or BW team for further investigation.