How To Fix RSO_RES_QMSGS201 - Generation failed for query &1. &2

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

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

• Message number: 201

• Message text: Generation failed for query &1. &2

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message RSO_RES_QMSGS201 - Generation failed for query &1. &2 ?

  The SAP error message RSO_RES_QMSGS201, which states "Generation failed for query &1. &2," typically occurs in the context of SAP BW (Business Warehouse) when there is an issue with the generation of a query. This error can arise due to various reasons, and understanding the cause is essential for troubleshooting.
  Possible Causes:
  
  Query Definition Issues: There may be problems with the query definition itself, such as missing or incorrect characteristics, key figures, or filters.
  Data Source Problems: The underlying data source for the query may not be available or may have issues, such as missing data or incorrect data types.
  Authorization Issues: The user executing the query may not have the necessary authorizations to access the data or execute the query.
  Technical Issues: There could be technical issues with the BW system, such as inconsistencies in the InfoProvider or problems with the underlying database.
  Transport Issues: If the query was transported from one system to another, there may be inconsistencies or missing objects in the target system.
  
  Solutions:
  
  
  Check Query Definition:
  
  Open the query in the Query Designer and verify that all characteristics and key figures are correctly defined.
  Ensure that all required fields are included and that there are no invalid selections.
  
  
  
  Validate Data Sources:
  
  Check the underlying InfoProvider (e.g., InfoCube, DSO) to ensure that it is active and contains the necessary data.
  Run a data preview on the InfoProvider to confirm that data is available.
  
  
  
  Review Authorizations:
  
  Ensure that the user has the necessary authorizations to execute the query and access the relevant data.
  Check the authorization objects related to the query and InfoProvider.
  
  
  
  Technical Checks:
  
  Use transaction codes like RSA1 (Data Warehousing Workbench) to check for inconsistencies in the InfoProvider.
  Run the "Check" function in the InfoProvider to identify any technical issues.
  
  
  
  Transport Consistency:
  
  If the query was recently transported, verify that all related objects (e.g., InfoObjects, InfoProviders) were also transported correctly.
  Check for any missing objects or inconsistencies in the target system.
  
  
  
  Rebuild the Query:
  
  If the issue persists, consider rebuilding the query from scratch to eliminate any hidden issues.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: 
  
  RSA1: Data Warehousing Workbench
  RSRT: Query Monitor
  RSRV: Query Consistency Check
  
  
  SAP Notes: Search for relevant SAP Notes in the SAP Support Portal that may address specific issues related to this error message.
  Logs and Traces: Check the system logs (transaction SM21) and short dumps (transaction ST22) for additional error messages that may provide more context.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify and resolve the cause of the RSO_RES_QMSGS201 error in SAP BW.