How To Fix RSAWBN008 - Folders without lower-level objects are shown

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: RSAWBN - Messages for Administrator Workbench

• Message number: 008

• Message text: Folders without lower-level objects are shown

What causes this issue?

Folders to which no subordinate BW objects are assigned (other than
additional folders) are shown. This function is executed at the
following times:
You select the function manually from the toolbar of the tree.
You create a new folder and the empty folders are currently hidden.
There are no subordinate objects, so the empty folders are displayed

System Response

All folders (such as application components or InfoAreas) are shown.

How to fix this error?

To display only those folders that have subordinate objects, choose <ZK>
Show/Hide Empty Folders</> in the toolbar of the tree.

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 RSAWBN008 - Folders without lower-level objects are shown ?

  The SAP error message RSAWBN008 indicates that there are folders in the SAP BW (Business Warehouse) system that do not contain any lower-level objects. This message is typically encountered when working with the SAP BW Workbench or when managing InfoObjects, InfoProviders, or other related objects.
  Cause:
  The error message is primarily informational and serves to alert users that certain folders in the BW system are empty or do not contain any objects. This can happen for several reasons:
  
  Folder Structure: The folder may have been created but not populated with any objects.
  Object Deletion: Objects that were previously in the folder may have been deleted, leaving the folder empty.
  Organizational Changes: Changes in the organizational structure or data model may have resulted in the removal of objects from the folder.
  
  Solution:
  To address the RSAWBN008 message, consider the following steps:
  
  
  Review Folder Contents: Check the contents of the folder to confirm that it is indeed empty. If it is not intended to be empty, you may need to add the necessary objects.
  
  
  Add Objects: If the folder is meant to contain objects, you can add the required InfoObjects, InfoProviders, or other relevant items to the folder.
  
  
  Delete Empty Folders: If the folder is not needed, you can delete it to clean up the structure. Ensure that you have the necessary authorizations to perform this action.
  
  
  Documentation: Document any changes made to the folder structure for future reference and to maintain clarity in the BW environment.
  
  
  Consult with Team: If you are unsure about the purpose of the folder or the objects it should contain, consult with your BW team or the person responsible for the data model.
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  SAP BW Documentation: Refer to the official SAP BW documentation for more details on managing folders and objects within the BW Workbench.
  SAP Notes: Check SAP Notes for any specific updates or patches related to this error message.
  Community Forums: Engage with SAP community forums or user groups for insights and experiences from other users who may have encountered similar issues.
  
  This error message is generally not critical, but it is a good practice to maintain a clean and organized folder structure in your SAP BW environment.