How To Fix RSBPCPS_EXCEPTION004 - Could not find resource &1 used in workbook &2

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: RSBPCPS_EXCEPTION -

• Message number: 004

• Message text: Could not find resource &1 used in workbook &2

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message RSBPCPS_EXCEPTION004 - Could not find resource &1 used in workbook &2 ?

  The SAP error message RSBPCPS_EXCEPTION004 indicates that a resource (such as a query, report, or other object) referenced in a workbook cannot be found. This typically occurs in the context of SAP Business Planning and Consolidation (BPC) or SAP Business Warehouse (BW) when a workbook is trying to access a resource that has either been deleted, renamed, or is otherwise unavailable.
  Causes:
  
  Deleted Resource: The resource (e.g., a query or data source) that the workbook is trying to access has been deleted.
  Renamed Resource: The resource has been renamed, and the workbook still references the old name.
  Authorization Issues: The user may not have the necessary authorizations to access the resource.
  Transport Issues: If the workbook was transported from one system to another, the resource may not exist in the target system.
  Incorrect Configuration: The workbook may be incorrectly configured to point to a resource that is not valid.
  
  Solutions:
  
  Verify Resource Existence: Check if the resource (query, report, etc.) exists in the system. If it has been deleted or renamed, you may need to recreate it or update the workbook to point to the correct resource.
  Update Workbook References: If the resource has been renamed, update the workbook to reference the new name.
  Check Authorizations: Ensure that the user has the necessary authorizations to access the resource. This may involve checking roles and permissions in the SAP system.
  Transport Validation: If the workbook was transported, ensure that all dependent objects were also transported correctly and exist in the target system.
  Recreate Workbook: If the workbook is corrupted or misconfigured, consider recreating it from scratch or restoring it from a backup if available.
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: You may use transaction codes like RSRT (for running queries) or BPC (for Business Planning and Consolidation) to troubleshoot and verify resources.
  SAP Notes: Check SAP Notes for any known issues related to this error message. SAP frequently updates its knowledge base with solutions and workarounds for common problems.
  Logs and Traces: Review system logs and traces for additional context around the error, which may provide more insight into what resource is missing.
  
  If the issue persists after trying the above solutions, consider reaching out to your SAP support team or consulting the SAP community for further assistance.