How To Fix RSDS214 - No (further) field found in search for '&1'

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: RSDS - New DataSource

• Message number: 214

• Message text: No (further) field found in search for '&1'

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message RSDS214 - No (further) field found in search for '&1' ?

  The SAP error message RSDS214 ("No (further) field found in search for '&1'") typically occurs in the context of SAP BW (Business Warehouse) or SAP BW/4HANA when you are trying to create or modify a query, and the system cannot find the specified field in the data source or InfoProvider.
  Cause:
  
  Field Not Available: The field you are trying to use in your query does not exist in the underlying data source (e.g., InfoCube, DataStore Object, or InfoObject).
  Field Not Activated: The field may exist but is not activated or is not part of the current data model.
  Incorrect Query Definition: The query definition may be incorrect, leading to the system being unable to locate the field.
  Data Source Changes: Changes in the data source structure (like adding or removing fields) that have not been reflected in the query definition.
  Authorization Issues: Lack of proper authorizations to access certain fields in the data source.
  
  Solution:
  
  Check Field Existence: Verify that the field you are trying to use actually exists in the data source. You can do this by checking the data source definition in the SAP BW modeling tools.
  Activate the Data Source: If the field exists but is not activated, activate the data source or InfoObject that contains the field.
  Update Query Definition: If there have been changes to the data source, update the query definition to reflect these changes. You may need to recheck the field list in the query designer.
  Check Authorizations: Ensure that you have the necessary authorizations to access the fields in the data source.
  Rebuild the Query: If the issue persists, consider rebuilding the query from scratch to ensure that all fields are correctly referenced.
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: You may use transaction codes like RSA1 (Data Warehousing Workbench) to check the data source and InfoObjects.
  Query Designer: Use the Query Designer to modify and test your queries.
  SAP Notes: Check SAP Notes for any known issues or patches related to this error message.
  Documentation: Refer to SAP documentation for detailed information on query design and data source management.
  
  If the problem continues after trying the above solutions, it may be beneficial to consult with your SAP Basis or BW team for further investigation.