How To Fix RSBPCW_EXCEPTION011 - Could not assign field symbol; table/dimension does not exist

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: RSBPCW_EXCEPTION - BPC: Work Status Message Class

• Message number: 011

• Message text: Could not assign field symbol; table/dimension does not exist

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message RSBPCW_EXCEPTION011 - Could not assign field symbol; table/dimension does not exist ?

  The SAP error message RSBPCW_EXCEPTION011 indicates that there is an issue with assigning a field symbol in the context of a data processing operation, typically related to Business Planning and Consolidation (BPC) or BW (Business Warehouse) queries. The specific message "Could not assign field symbol; table/dimension does not exist" suggests that the system is trying to reference a table or dimension that is not available or has not been defined correctly.
  Causes:
  
  Missing or Incorrect Dimension/Table: The dimension or table that the field symbol is trying to reference does not exist in the context of the query or the data model.
  Incorrect Configuration: There may be a misconfiguration in the BPC model or BW query that leads to the system not being able to find the required data structure.
  Data Model Changes: If there have been recent changes to the data model (like adding or removing dimensions), the query or report may not have been updated accordingly.
  Authorization Issues: The user executing the query may not have the necessary authorizations to access the specified dimension or table.
  
  Solutions:
  
  Check Dimension/Table Existence: Verify that the dimension or table referenced in the query exists in the data model. You can do this by checking the BPC model or BW InfoObjects.
  Review Query Configuration: Go through the configuration of the query or report to ensure that all dimensions and tables are correctly defined and linked.
  Update Data Model: If there have been changes to the data model, ensure that all related queries and reports are updated to reflect these changes.
  Check Authorizations: Ensure that the user has the necessary authorizations to access the required dimensions and tables. This can be done by checking the user roles and authorizations in the SAP system.
  Debugging: If you have access to debugging tools, you can set breakpoints in the relevant ABAP code to see where the error occurs and gather more context about the issue.
  
  Related Information:
  
  SAP Notes: Check SAP Notes for any known issues or patches related to this error message. SAP frequently updates its knowledge base with solutions for common problems.
  Community Forums: SAP Community and other forums can be helpful to see if other users have encountered similar issues and what solutions they found.
  Documentation: Review the official SAP documentation for BPC and BW to ensure that you are following best practices for model and query design.
  
  If the issue persists after trying the above solutions, it may be beneficial to reach out to your SAP support team or consult with an SAP expert for further assistance.