How To Fix RSINP020 - Invalid field name

RSINP020 - Overview

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: RSINP - Data Entry for Demo and Prototyping

• Message number: 020

• Message text: Invalid field name

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message RSINP020 - Invalid field name ?

  The SAP error message RSINP020 "Invalid field name" typically occurs in the context of data extraction or reporting, particularly when working with InfoObjects, DataSources, or queries in SAP BW (Business Warehouse) or SAP BI (Business Intelligence). This error indicates that a field name being referenced in a query or data extraction process is not recognized or does not exist in the specified context.
  Causes:
  
  Typographical Errors: The field name may have been misspelled or incorrectly referenced in the query or data extraction logic.
  Field Deletion: The field may have been deleted or renamed in the underlying data model or InfoObject.
  Incorrect DataSource: The DataSource being used may not contain the specified field, or the field may not be available in the version of the DataSource being used.
  Inconsistent Metadata: There may be inconsistencies between the metadata in the BW system and the underlying source system.
  Transport Issues: If the system has recently undergone a transport, the