How To Fix RSOBI_MF228 - Name &1 does not contain specified namespace &2; see long description

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: RSOBI_MF - Messages for SOBI Model Factory

• Message number: 228

• Message text: Name &1 does not contain specified namespace &2; see long description

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message RSOBI_MF228 - Name &1 does not contain specified namespace &2; see long description ?

  The SAP error message RSOBI_MF228 indicates that there is an issue with the namespace specified in a query or object definition. Specifically, it means that the name provided (represented by &1) does not belong to the specified namespace (represented by &2). This error typically occurs in the context of SAP BW (Business Warehouse) or SAP BI (Business Intelligence) when dealing with InfoObjects, queries, or other metadata objects.
  Cause:
  
  Incorrect Namespace: The object name you are trying to access or manipulate does not exist in the specified namespace. This could be due to a typo in the name or the namespace.
  Object Deletion or Renaming: The object might have been deleted or renamed, leading to a mismatch between the expected name and the actual name in the system.
  Transport Issues: If the object was transported from one system to another, there might be inconsistencies in the namespaces between the source and target systems.
  Authorization Issues: Sometimes, the user may not have the necessary authorizations to access the object in the specified namespace.
  
  Solution:
  
  Verify Object Name and Namespace: Check the object name and the namespace you are using. Ensure that they are correct and that the object exists in the specified namespace.
  Check for Deletions or Renames: Look into the change logs or ask your colleagues if the object has been deleted or renamed recently.
  Review Transport Requests: If the object was recently transported, ensure that the transport was successful and that the object is present in the target system.
  Authorization Check: Ensure that you have the necessary authorizations to access the object. You may need to consult with your SAP security team to verify your permissions.
  Consult Documentation: Refer to the SAP documentation or help resources for more details on the specific object and its namespace requirements.
  
  Related Information:
  
  SAP Notes: Check SAP Notes for any known issues or patches related to this error message. SAP frequently updates its knowledge base with solutions to common problems.
  Transaction Codes: Use transaction codes like RSA1 (Data Warehousing Workbench) to navigate and check the InfoObjects and their namespaces.
  Debugging: If you have access to debugging tools, you can trace the execution to see where the error is being triggered and gather more context about the issue.
  
  If the problem persists after following these steps, consider reaching out to SAP support or your internal SAP support team for further assistance.