How To Fix RSO_RES_QMSGS152 - Reference element of inverse formula is missing. &1

RSO_RES_QMSGS152 - Overview

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: RSO_RES_QMSGS - Messages directly related to Query Designer.

• Message number: 152

• Message text: Reference element of inverse formula is missing. &1

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RSO_RES_QMSGS152 - Details

• The SAP error message RSO_RES_QMSGS152, which states "Reference element of inverse formula is missing. &1," typically occurs in the context of SAP BW (Business Warehouse) when dealing with queries or data sources that involve inverse formulas. This error indicates that there is a missing reference element that is required for the calculation or transformation defined in the inverse formula.
  
  Cause:
  
  Missing Reference Element: The most common cause of this error is that the reference element (characteristic or key figure) that is needed for the inverse formula is not defined or is missing in the context of the query or data source.
  Incorrect Configuration: There may be an issue with the configuration of the InfoObject or the query that is using the inverse formula.
  Data Model Changes: Changes in the data model, such as the deletion or modification of InfoObjects, can lead to this error if the inverse formula relies on those elements.
  
  
  Solution:
  
  Check the Inverse