How To Fix RSD_GEO318 - &1 is not a valid View/Table name

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: RSD_GEO -

• Message number: 318

• Message text: &1 is not a valid View/Table name

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message RSD_GEO318 - &1 is not a valid View/Table name ?

  The SAP error message RSD_GEO318 indicates that the specified view or table name is not valid. This error typically occurs in the context of SAP BW (Business Warehouse) when working with InfoObjects, queries, or data sources. Here are some potential causes, solutions, and related information for this error:
  Causes:
  
  Incorrect Object Name: The name of the view or table you are trying to access may be misspelled or does not exist in the system.
  Authorization Issues: The user may not have the necessary authorizations to access the specified view or table.
  Transport Issues: If the object was recently transported from another system, it may not have been activated or may not exist in the target system.
  Data Source Configuration: The data source may not be properly configured or may have been deleted.
  Technical Name vs. Description: Sometimes, users may confuse the technical name with the description of the object.
  
  Solutions:
  
  Verify Object Name: Double-check the name of the view or table you are trying to access. Ensure that it is spelled correctly and exists in the system.
  Check Authorizations: Ensure that the user has the necessary authorizations to access the object. You can use transaction codes like SU53 to check for authorization issues.
  Check Transport Logs: If the object was recently transported, check the transport logs to ensure that it was successfully imported and activated in the target system.
  Reconfigure Data Source: If the error is related to a data source, try reconfiguring it or checking its settings in the Data Warehousing Workbench (transaction RSA1).
  Use Technical Names: When referencing objects, use their technical names instead of descriptions to avoid confusion.
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: 
  
  RSA1: Data Warehousing Workbench
  SE11: Data Dictionary (to check table definitions)
  SE80: Object Navigator (to explore objects)
  
  
  SAP Notes: Check SAP Notes for any known issues related to this error message. You can search for RSD_GEO318 in the SAP Support Portal.
  Documentation: Review SAP documentation related to InfoObjects, data sources, and queries for best practices and troubleshooting steps.
  
  If the issue persists after trying the above solutions, consider reaching out to your SAP Basis or BW support team for further assistance.