How To Fix RSAWBN027 - Cannot select object

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: RSAWBN - Messages for Administrator Workbench

• Message number: 027

• Message text: Cannot select object

What causes this issue?

Certain filter settings may mean that an object cannot be selected,
because it is hidden in the tree.
For example, during a search, the system finds an InfoArea that should
be selected in the object tree. If the setting has been made that only
InfoAreas with lower-level objects are displayed, the InfoArea that the
system has found cannot be selected if it does not contain lower-lev
er objects.

System Response

The system follows the path to the object that you want to select, as
far as it can.

How to fix this error?

Choose @K2@ in the toolbar of the object tree to show the object again
and select the object again.

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 RSAWBN027 - Cannot select object ?

  The SAP error message RSAWBN027 "Cannot select object" typically occurs in the context of SAP BW (Business Warehouse) when there is an issue with selecting or accessing a specific object, such as a DataSource, InfoProvider, or other BW objects. Here are some common causes, solutions, and related information for this error:
  Causes:
  
  Object Not Found: The object you are trying to access may not exist or may have been deleted.
  Authorization Issues: The user may not have the necessary authorizations to access the object.
  Object Status: The object might be in a status that prevents it from being selected (e.g., it is inactive or not released).
  Transport Issues: If the object was recently transported from another system, it may not have been properly activated or may be in a different state.
  Technical Issues: There could be underlying technical issues, such as database inconsistencies or system errors.
  
  Solutions:
  
  Check Object Existence: Verify that the object you are trying to access actually exists in the system. You can do this by navigating to the relevant transaction (e.g., RSA1 for DataSources) and checking the object list.
  Review Authorizations: Ensure that the user has the necessary authorizations to access the object. You can check this using transaction SU53 to analyze authorization failures.
  Check Object Status: Make sure the object is active and in a valid state. If it is inactive, you may need to activate it.
  Re-transport the Object: If the object was recently transported, consider re-transporting it or checking the transport logs for any errors.
  System Check: Perform a system check to identify any technical issues. This may involve checking the database for inconsistencies or reviewing system logs for errors.
  Consult Documentation: Refer to SAP documentation or notes related to the specific object type you are working with for any known issues or additional troubleshooting steps.
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as RSA1 (Data Warehousing Workbench), SE11 (Data Dictionary), and SU53 (Authorization Check).
  SAP Notes: Search for SAP Notes related to the error message RSAWBN027 in the SAP Support Portal for any specific fixes or patches.
  Community Forums: Consider checking SAP Community forums or other user groups for similar issues and solutions shared by other users.
  
  If the problem persists after trying the above solutions, it may be beneficial to reach out to your SAP Basis or BW support team for further assistance.