How To Fix RSOS_SEARCH091 - Field &1 does not exist or is hidden and not used as search attribute

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: RSOS_SEARCH -

• Message number: 091

• Message text: Field &1 does not exist or is hidden and not used as search attribute

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message RSOS_SEARCH091 - Field &1 does not exist or is hidden and not used as search attribute ?

  The SAP error message RSOS_SEARCH091 indicates that a specific field (denoted as &1 in the error message) is either not available in the context of the search or is hidden and not being used as a search attribute. This error typically occurs in the context of SAP BW (Business Warehouse) or SAP HANA when trying to perform a search operation that involves attributes or fields that are not properly configured.
  Causes:
  
  Field Not Defined: The field you are trying to use in your search does not exist in the data model or InfoObject.
  Field Hidden: The field is defined in the data model but is marked as hidden or not available for search operations.
  Incorrect Search Configuration: The search attributes may not be correctly configured in the search view or query.
  Authorization Issues: The user may not have the necessary authorizations to access the field.
  Data Model Changes: Recent changes to the data model may have removed or altered the field's visibility.
  
  Solutions:
  
  
  Check Field Definition:
  
  Verify that the field exists in the relevant InfoObject or data model. You can do this by checking the data model in the SAP BW or HANA studio.
  
  
  
  Review Field Visibility:
  
  Ensure that the field is not marked as hidden. You can check the field properties in the InfoObject or data model settings.
  If the field is hidden, you may need to change its visibility settings to make it available for search.
  
  
  
  Update Search Attributes:
  
  If you are using a search view or query, ensure that the field is included in the search attributes. You may need to modify the search configuration to include the field.
  
  
  
  Check Authorizations:
  
  Ensure that the user executing the search has the necessary authorizations to access the field. You may need to review the user's roles and authorizations.
  
  
  
  Rebuild or Refresh Data Model:
  
  If there have been recent changes to the data model, consider rebuilding or refreshing the data model to ensure that all changes are applied correctly.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Refer to SAP documentation or help resources for specific guidance on configuring search attributes and troubleshooting related issues.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  SAP Notes: Check SAP Notes for any known issues or patches related to this error message.
  SAP Community: Engage with the SAP Community forums for insights from other users who may have encountered similar issues.
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as RSA1 (Data Warehousing Workbench) for BW or HANA Studio for HANA-related configurations.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the cause of the error and implement the appropriate solution.