How To Fix RSFBP042 - DB object name &1 not valid

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: RSFBP - Open ODS Layer Object

• Message number: 042

• Message text: DB object name &1 not valid

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message RSFBP042 - DB object name &1 not valid ?

  The SAP error message RSFBP042 indicates that there is an issue with a database object name that is not valid. This error typically occurs in the context of SAP BW (Business Warehouse) or when dealing with InfoProviders, DataSources, or other database-related objects.
  Cause:
  The error can be caused by several factors, including:
  
  Invalid Object Name: The object name specified in the query or process does not exist or is incorrectly spelled.
  Object Deletion: The object may have been deleted or is no longer available in the system.
  Authorization Issues: The user may not have the necessary authorizations to access the specified database object.
  Transport Issues: If the object was transported from one system to another, it may not have been transported correctly or completely.
  Naming Conventions: The object name may not adhere to the naming conventions required by SAP (e.g., special characters, length restrictions).
  
  Solution:
  To resolve the RSFBP042 error, you can take the following steps:
  
  Check Object Name: Verify that the object name specified in the error message is correct. Ensure there are no typos or incorrect references.
  Existence of Object: Use transaction codes like SE11 (Data Dictionary) or SE80 (Object Navigator) to check if the object exists in the system.
  Authorization Check: Ensure that the user has the necessary authorizations to access the object. You can check this using transaction SU53 to analyze authorization issues.
  Recreate or Restore Object: If the object has been deleted, you may need to recreate it or restore it from a backup if available.
  Transport Check: If the object was recently transported, check the transport logs to ensure that the transport was successful and that all necessary objects were included.
  Naming Conventions: Ensure that the object name follows SAP's naming conventions. Avoid using special characters or exceeding the maximum length allowed.
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as SE11, SE80, and SU53 for checking object definitions and authorizations.
  SAP Notes: Search for SAP Notes related to RSFBP042 for any specific patches or updates that may address this issue.
  Documentation: Review SAP documentation for guidelines on naming conventions and object management in BW.
  
  If the issue persists after following these steps, consider reaching out to your SAP Basis or BW support team for further assistance.