How To Fix RSO312 - Cannot install Business Content. Objects are missing

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: RSO - BW Repository

• Message number: 312

• Message text: Cannot install Business Content. Objects are missing

What causes this issue?

One or more of the necessary objects collected for installation, are
not available in the 'Delivery' version.

System Response

If you install the Content anyway, errors will probably occur when you
activate the objects.

How to fix this error?

Check the messages list. This contains the type and name of the missing
objects. Find out why the objects are not available in the 'Delivery'
version. Are all BW Patches applied, for example?
Once the missing objects are available in the 'Delivery' version, the
collection of objects for installation can be started again.

Procedure for System Administrators

The system issues an error message and will not allow you to continue with this transaction until the error is resolved.

Error message extract from SAP system. Copyright SAP SE.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message RSO312 - Cannot install Business Content. Objects are missing ?

  The SAP error message RSO312, which states "Cannot install Business Content. Objects are missing," typically occurs when you are trying to install Business Content in SAP BW (Business Warehouse) and some required objects are not available in the system. This can happen for various reasons, such as missing InfoObjects, DataSources, or other related components that are necessary for the Business Content to function properly.
  Causes:
  
  Missing InfoObjects: The required InfoObjects that are part of the Business Content are not present in the system.
  Missing DataSources: The DataSources that are needed for the Business Content are not activated or are missing.
  Transport Issues: If the Business Content was transported from another system, some objects may not have been included in the transport.
  Version Mismatch: The version of the Business Content you are trying to install may not be compatible with the current version of your SAP BW system.
  Authorization Issues: Lack of proper authorizations to access or install the required objects.
  
  Solutions:
  
  
  Check Missing Objects: Review the error log to identify which specific objects are missing. You can do this by checking the installation log or using transaction codes like RSA1 (Data Warehousing Workbench) to see the details.
  
  
  Install Missing Objects: If you identify missing InfoObjects or DataSources, you can manually create or activate them. You can also check if they are available in the SAP Business Content and install them separately.
  
  
  Transport Requests: If the Business Content was transported, ensure that all related transport requests have been imported correctly. You may need to check with your Basis team to confirm that all necessary objects were included.
  
  
  Check Compatibility: Ensure that the version of the Business Content you are trying to install is compatible with your SAP BW version. You may need to update your system or use a different version of the Business Content.
  
  
  Authorization Check: Ensure that you have the necessary authorizations to install Business Content. You may need to work with your security team to verify your access rights.
  
  
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that may address this specific error. SAP frequently releases notes that provide fixes or workarounds for known issues.
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as RSA1 (Data Warehousing Workbench), RSC1 (InfoObject Maintenance), and RSD1 (InfoProvider Maintenance) to manage and troubleshoot Business Content.
  SAP Help Portal: Utilize the SAP Help Portal for documentation on Business Content and installation procedures.
  SAP Community: Engage with the SAP Community forums to seek advice from other users who may have encountered similar issues.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify and resolve the issue related to the RSO312 error message in SAP BW.