How To Fix RSO_RES_QMSGS157 - Technical name for query is missing. &1

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

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

• Message number: 157

• Message text: Technical name for query is missing. &1

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message RSO_RES_QMSGS157 - Technical name for query is missing. &1 ?

  The SAP error message RSO_RES_QMSGS157, which states "Technical name for query is missing. &1," typically occurs in the context of SAP BW (Business Warehouse) or SAP BI (Business Intelligence) when there is an issue with a query definition or when a query is being executed without a proper technical name.
  Cause:
  
  Missing Technical Name: The error indicates that the system is unable to find the technical name of the query that is being referenced. This can happen if the query was not properly defined or if there is a corruption in the query definition.
  Transport Issues: If the query was transported from one system to another (e.g., from development to production), the technical name might not have been included or might have been altered during the transport process.
  Authorization Issues: Sometimes, the user executing the query may not have the necessary authorizations to access the query, leading to the system being unable to retrieve the technical name.
  Query Deletion: The query might have been deleted or is not active in the system.
  
  Solution:
  
  Check Query Definition: Go to the Query Designer and check if the query exists and is properly defined. Ensure that the technical name is present and correct.
  Recreate the Query: If the query is missing or corrupted, you may need to recreate it or restore it from a backup if available.
  Check Transport Logs: If the query was recently transported, check the transport logs to ensure that the query was included and that there were no errors during the transport process.
  Authorization Check: Verify that the user has the necessary authorizations to access the query. You can check this in the user roles and authorizations.
  Activate the Query: If the query is inactive, activate it in the Query Designer.
  System Logs: Check the system logs for any additional error messages that might provide more context about the issue.
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: You can use transaction codes like RSRT (Query Monitor) to test the query and see if it runs correctly.
  Query Designer: Use the Query Designer (transaction code BEx Query Designer) to manage and edit queries.
  SAP Notes: Check SAP Notes for any known issues or patches related to this error message. You can search for the error message or related keywords in the SAP Support Portal.
  Documentation: Refer to SAP documentation for more details on query management and troubleshooting in SAP BW/BI.
  
  If the issue persists after trying the above solutions, it may be beneficial to consult with your SAP Basis or BW team for further investigation.