How To Fix RSH_CDS_CMN000 - Requested calculation element &1 is invalid

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: RSH_CDS_CMN - Messages for common CDS Objects

• Message number: 000

• Message text: Requested calculation element &1 is invalid

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message RSH_CDS_CMN000 - Requested calculation element &1 is invalid ?

  The SAP error message RSH_CDS_CMN000 with the description "Requested calculation element &1 is invalid" typically occurs in the context of SAP BW (Business Warehouse) or SAP HANA when working with Calculation Views or Composite Providers. This error indicates that the system is unable to find or recognize the specified calculation element, which could be due to various reasons.
  Causes:
  
  Invalid Calculation Element: The calculation element specified in the query or calculation view does not exist or has been deleted.
  Incorrect Naming: There may be a typo or incorrect naming convention used when referencing the calculation element.
  Authorization Issues: The user may not have the necessary authorizations to access the calculation element.
  Transport Issues: If the calculation element was recently transported from another system, it may not have been activated or may not exist in the target system.
  Modeling Errors: There could be issues in the modeling of the calculation view or Composite Provider that lead to the element being unrecognized.
  
  Solutions:
  
  Verify Existence: Check if the calculation element (e.g., measure, characteristic) exists in the system. You can do this by navigating to the relevant InfoProvider or Calculation View in the SAP BW modeling tools.
  Check Naming: Ensure that the name of the calculation element is spelled correctly and follows the correct naming conventions.
  Review Authorizations: Make sure that the user executing the query has the necessary authorizations to access the calculation element.
  Re-transport or Activate: If the calculation element was recently transported, ensure that it has been activated in the target system. You may need to re-transport or activate the object.
  Modeling Review: Review the calculation view or Composite Provider for any modeling errors. Ensure that all dependencies are correctly defined and that there are no broken links.
  Check for Changes: If there have been recent changes to the data model, ensure that all dependent objects are updated accordingly.
  
  Related Information:
  
  SAP Notes: Check SAP Notes for any known issues or patches related to this error message. SAP frequently updates its knowledge base with solutions for common problems.
  Transaction Codes: Use transaction codes like RSRT (Query Monitor) or RSO2 (DataSource) to analyze and troubleshoot the issue further.
  Documentation: Refer to SAP documentation for BW or HANA modeling for best practices and guidelines on creating and managing calculation elements.
  
  If the issue persists after trying the above solutions, consider reaching out to your SAP support team or consulting with an SAP BW/HANA expert for further assistance.