How To Fix RSDD_XLS_MSG010 - Data area ' &1 ' is invalid

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: RSDD_XLS_MSG - Excel Upload Messages

• Message number: 010

• Message text: Data area ' &1 ' is invalid

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message RSDD_XLS_MSG010 - Data area ' &1 ' is invalid ?

  The SAP error message RSDD_XLS_MSG010, which states that "Data area '&1' is invalid," typically occurs in the context of SAP BW (Business Warehouse) when there is an issue with the data area being referenced in a query or report. This error can arise due to various reasons, including configuration issues, data model inconsistencies, or problems with the underlying data sources.
  Causes:
  
  Invalid Data Area: The specified data area does not exist or is not correctly defined in the system.
  Data Model Changes: Changes in the data model, such as deletion or modification of InfoObjects, InfoProviders, or queries, can lead to this error.
  Authorization Issues: The user may not have the necessary authorizations to access the specified data area.
  Transport Issues: If the data area was transported from another system, it may not have been properly configured in the target system.
  Data Source Issues: The underlying data source may be inactive or not properly set up.
  
  Solutions:
  
  Check Data Area Definition: Verify that the data area specified in the error message exists and is correctly defined in the system. You can do this by navigating to the relevant InfoProvider or query definition.
  Review Changes: If there have been recent changes to the data model, review those changes to ensure that they did not inadvertently affect the data area.
  Authorization Check: Ensure that the user encountering the error has the necessary authorizations to access the data area. This can be checked in the user roles and authorizations.
  Re-activate Data Sources: If the data area is based on a data source, ensure that the data source is active and properly configured. You may need to re-activate it in the Data Warehousing Workbench.
  Transport Validation: If the data area was transported, validate that all necessary objects were included in the transport request and that they are correctly configured in the target system.
  Check Query Definition: If the error occurs in a query, check the query definition for any inconsistencies or references to invalid objects.
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: You can use transaction codes like RSA1 (Data Warehousing Workbench) to check InfoProviders and data areas.
  SAP Notes: Search for relevant SAP Notes in the SAP Support Portal that may address specific issues related to this error message.
  Logs and Traces: Check the system logs and traces for additional information that may help diagnose the issue further.
  
  If the problem persists after trying the above solutions, consider reaching out to your SAP Basis or BW support team for further assistance.