How To Fix RSDME207 - Could not find report definition

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: RSDME -

• Message number: 207

• Message text: Could not find report definition

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message RSDME207 - Could not find report definition ?

  The SAP error message RSDME207, which states "Could not find report definition," typically occurs in the context of SAP BW (Business Warehouse) or SAP BI (Business Intelligence) when a report or query cannot be located in the system. This can happen for several reasons, and here are some common causes, solutions, and related information:
  Causes:
  
  Missing Query Definition: The report or query you are trying to access may not exist in the system or may have been deleted.
  Authorization Issues: The user may not have the necessary authorizations to access the report or query.
  Transport Issues: If the report was transported from one system to another (e.g., from development to production), there may have been issues during the transport process.
  Incorrect Query Name: The name of the query or report may have been entered incorrectly.
  Inactive or Deleted InfoProvider: The InfoProvider (e.g., InfoCube, DSO) that the report is based on may be inactive or deleted.
  System Configuration Issues: There may be configuration issues in the BW system that prevent the report from being found.
  
  Solutions:
  
  Check Query Definition: Verify that the query or report definition exists in the system. You can do this by navigating to the Query Designer or the relevant transaction (e.g., RSRT for executing queries).
  Verify Authorizations: Ensure that the user has the necessary authorizations to access the report. Check the roles and authorizations assigned to the user.
  Check Transport Logs: If the report was recently transported, check the transport logs for any errors or issues that may have occurred during the transport.
  Correct Query Name: Double-check the name of the query or report you are trying to access to ensure it is correct.
  Check InfoProvider Status: Ensure that the InfoProvider associated with the report is active and has not been deleted. You can check this in the Data Warehousing Workbench (transaction RSA1).
  Recreate the Query: If the query definition is missing or corrupted, you may need to recreate it from scratch.
  System Restart: In some cases, a system restart or refresh may resolve temporary issues.
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as RSRT (Query Monitor), RSA1 (Data Warehousing Workbench), and RSD1 (InfoObject Maintenance).
  SAP Notes: Check SAP Notes for any known issues or patches related to this error message. You can search for RSDME207 in the SAP Support Portal.
  Documentation: Review SAP documentation on query design and report generation for best practices and troubleshooting tips.
  
  If the issue persists after trying the above solutions, it may be beneficial to consult with your SAP Basis or BW team for further investigation.