How To Fix RSIS206 - Data object description could not be found in DDIC

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: RSIS -

• Message number: 206

• Message text: Data object description could not be found in DDIC

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message RSIS206 - Data object description could not be found in DDIC ?

  The SAP error message RSIS206 indicates that a data object description could not be found in the Data Dictionary (DDIC). This typically occurs in the context of SAP BW (Business Warehouse) or SAP BI (Business Intelligence) when the system is unable to locate the metadata for a specific data object, such as an InfoObject, InfoProvider, or DataSource.
  Causes:
  
  Missing or Deleted Objects: The data object may have been deleted or not created properly in the Data Dictionary.
  Transport Issues: If the object was transported from one system to another (e.g., from development to production), it may not have been included in the transport request or may not have been imported correctly.
  Incorrect Naming: There may be a typo or mismatch in the name of the data object being referenced.
  Authorization Issues: The user may not have the necessary authorizations to access the data object.
  System Configuration: There may be issues with the system configuration or inconsistencies in the BW/BI environment.
  
  Solutions:
  
  Check Object Existence: Verify that the data object exists in the Data Dictionary. You can do this by using transaction SE11 (Data Dictionary) to search for the object.
  Recreate the Object: If the object is missing, you may need to recreate it or restore it from a backup if it was deleted.
  Transport Check: If the object was supposed to be transported, check the transport logs to ensure it was included and imported correctly.
  Correct Naming: Double-check the name of the data object in your query or report to ensure it matches the name in the Data Dictionary.
  Authorization Check: Ensure that the user has the necessary authorizations to access the data object. You can check this using transaction SU53 to analyze authorization issues.
  System Consistency Check: Run consistency checks in the BW system to identify and resolve any inconsistencies. You can use transaction RSA1 to access the Data Warehousing Workbench and check for errors.
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: 
  
  SE11: Data Dictionary
  RSA1: Data Warehousing Workbench
  SU53: Authorization Check
  
  
  SAP Notes: Check SAP Notes related to the specific error message for additional troubleshooting steps or patches.
  Documentation: Review SAP documentation on Data Dictionary objects and BW/BI data modeling for best practices and guidelines.
  
  If the issue persists after trying the above solutions, consider reaching out to your SAP Basis or BW support team for further assistance.