How To Fix RSO_RES_ADSO231 - DataStore object '&1' does not exist. Update not possible.

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: RSO_RES_ADSO - Datastore Object

• Message number: 231

• Message text: DataStore object '&1' does not exist. Update not possible.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message RSO_RES_ADSO231 - DataStore object '&1' does not exist. Update not possible. ?

  The SAP error message "RSO_RES_ADSO231 DataStore object '&1' does not exist. Update not possible." typically occurs in the context of SAP BW (Business Warehouse) or SAP BW/4HANA when there is an attempt to access or update a DataStore Object (DSO) that is not recognized by the system. Here’s a breakdown of the cause, potential solutions, and related information:
  Cause:
  
  Non-Existent DSO: The DataStore Object (DSO) specified in the error message does not exist in the system. This could be due to a typo in the DSO name or the DSO being deleted or not activated.
  Incorrect Configuration: The DSO might not be properly configured in the system, leading to it being unrecognized.
  Transport Issues: If the DSO was recently transported from another system, it may not have been transported correctly or completely.
  Authorization Issues: The user may not have the necessary authorizations to access the DSO, leading to the system not recognizing it.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Verify DSO Existence:
  
  Check if the DSO exists in the system by navigating to the Data Warehousing Workbench (transaction code RSA1) and looking for the DSO in the relevant InfoArea.
  Ensure that the DSO name is correctly spelled in the process or report that is generating the error.
  
  
  
  Check Activation:
  
  If the DSO exists but is not activated, activate it. Sometimes, a DSO may need to be activated after creation or modification.
  
  
  
  Review Transport Requests:
  
  If the DSO was recently transported, check the transport logs to ensure that the DSO was included and that there were no errors during the transport process.
  
  
  
  Authorization Check:
  
  Ensure that the user has the necessary authorizations to access the DSO. This can be checked in the user roles and authorizations.
  
  
  
  Recreate DSO:
  
  If the DSO is missing and cannot be found, you may need to recreate it based on the original specifications.
  
  
  
  Check for System Issues:
  
  Sometimes, system inconsistencies can lead to such errors. Running consistency checks or system health checks may help identify underlying issues.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  
  Transaction Codes:
  
  RSA1: Data Warehousing Workbench
  RSCUSTV0: Customizing settings for BW
  RSTT: Transaction Logging
  
  
  
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that may address this specific error or provide additional troubleshooting steps.
  
  
  Documentation: Refer to SAP Help documentation for DataStore Objects and their management in BW/4HANA for more detailed guidance.
  
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the cause of the error and implement a solution to resolve it. If the issue persists, consider reaching out to SAP support for further assistance.