How To Fix RSBM013 - Selection of an InfoCube is not possible

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: RSBM - Messages affecting data marts.

• Message number: 013

• Message text: Selection of an InfoCube is not possible

What causes this issue?

No InfoCubes are created in the system. Therefore, you are not offered
any selection possibilities.

How to fix this error?

As the field <ls>InfoCube</> is a mandatory one, you cannot leave the
dialog without entering a value.
In order to end the dialog you must enter any value in the field. You
can end the dialog with this entry.
Note
Inform your system administrator of this error.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message RSBM013 - Selection of an InfoCube is not possible ?

  The SAP error message RSBM013, which states "Selection of an InfoCube is not possible," typically occurs in the context of SAP BW (Business Warehouse) when there is an issue with the selection of an InfoCube for reporting or data extraction. Here are some common causes, solutions, and related information for this error:
  Causes:
  
  InfoCube Not Active: The InfoCube may not be activated in the system. If the InfoCube is not active, it cannot be selected for reporting.
  Authorization Issues: The user may not have the necessary authorizations to access the InfoCube.
  Data Model Changes: Changes in the data model, such as the deletion or modification of the InfoCube, can lead to this error.
  Incorrect Query Definition: The query that is trying to access the InfoCube may be incorrectly defined or may reference an InfoCube that does not exist.
  Transport Issues: If the InfoCube was transported from another system, there may be inconsistencies or missing objects in the target system.
  Technical Issues: There may be technical issues with the BW system, such as inconsistencies in the metadata.
  
  Solutions:
  
  Activate the InfoCube: Check if the InfoCube is active. If it is not, activate it in the Data Warehousing Workbench (transaction RSA1).
  Check Authorizations: Ensure that the user has the necessary authorizations to access the InfoCube. This can be done by checking the user roles and authorizations in the SAP system.
  Review Query Definition: Verify the query definition in the BEx Query Designer. Ensure that the InfoCube being referenced is correct and exists in the system.
  Check for Data Model Changes: If there have been recent changes to the data model, ensure that all objects are consistent and properly defined.
  Transport Consistency: If the InfoCube was transported, check for any missing objects or inconsistencies in the target system. You may need to re-transport or adjust the objects.
  Technical Checks: Perform technical checks on the BW system, such as running consistency checks or checking for errors in the system logs.
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Use transaction codes like RSA1 (Data Warehousing Workbench), RSRV (Consistency Check), and RSRT (Query Monitor) for troubleshooting.
  SAP Notes: Check SAP Notes for any known issues or patches related to the error message RSBM013.
  Documentation: Refer to SAP BW documentation for detailed information on InfoCubes, queries, and reporting.
  
  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.