How To Fix RSL_UI142 - InfoObject &1 in column &2 does not exist

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: RSL_UI -

• Message number: 142

• Message text: InfoObject &1 in column &2 does not exist

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message RSL_UI142 - InfoObject &1 in column &2 does not exist ?

  The SAP error message RSL_UI142 indicates that a specific InfoObject (characteristic or key figure) referenced in a query or report does not exist in the context where it is being used. This can occur in various scenarios, such as when working with SAP BW (Business Warehouse) or SAP BI (Business Intelligence).
  Cause:
  
  Non-existent InfoObject: The InfoObject specified in the error message is not defined in the InfoProvider or the data model you are working with.
  Incorrect Query Design: The query may be referencing an InfoObject that has been deleted or renamed.
  Transport Issues: If the InfoObject was recently transported from one system to another, it may not have been included in the transport request.
  Authorization Issues: The user may not have the necessary authorizations to access the InfoObject.
  Data Source Issues: The InfoObject may not be part of the data source being used in the query.
  
  Solution:
  
  Check InfoObject Existence: Verify that the InfoObject exists in the system. You can do this by navigating to the InfoObjects in the SAP BW modeling tools (e.g., RSA1).
  Review Query Design: Open the query in the Query Designer and check if the InfoObject is correctly referenced. If it has been renamed or deleted, update the query accordingly.
  Transport Check: If the InfoObject was recently transported, ensure that the transport request included all necessary objects and that they were successfully imported into the target system.
  Authorization Check: Ensure that the user has the necessary authorizations to access the InfoObject. You may need to consult with your security team to verify this.
  Data Source Verification: Check if the InfoObject is part of the data source being used in the query. If it is not, you may need to adjust the data source or the query.
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: You can use transaction codes like RSA1 (Data Warehousing Workbench) to check InfoObjects and queries.
  Documentation: Refer to SAP Help documentation for more details on InfoObjects and query design.
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that may address specific issues related to this error message.
  Community Forums: SAP Community and other forums can be helpful for finding similar issues and solutions shared by other users.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the cause of the RSL_UI142 error and implement the appropriate solution.