How To Fix RSCRM218 - Error when generating the MDX (&1)

RSCRM218 - Overview

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: RSCRM - RSCRM: Messages

• Message number: 218

• Message text: Error when generating the MDX (&1)

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message RSCRM218 - Error when generating the MDX (&1) ?

  The SAP error message RSCRM218 typically occurs when there is an issue with generating MDX (Multidimensional Expressions) queries in the context of SAP BW (Business Warehouse) or SAP HANA. This error can arise due to various reasons, including issues with the data model, query definitions, or system configurations.
  Causes of RSCRM218 Error
  
  Incorrect Query Definition: The MDX query may be incorrectly defined or may reference objects that do not exist or are not accessible.
  Data Model Issues: There may be inconsistencies or errors in the underlying data model, such as missing InfoObjects or incorrect aggregations.
  Authorization Issues: The user executing the query may not have the necessary authorizations to access certain data or objects.
  System Configuration: There may be configuration issues in the BW system or the underlying database that prevent the MDX query from being generated successfully.
  Performance Issues: If the system is under heavy load or if there are performance bottlenecks, it may lead