How To Fix RSRD257 - No key figure could be determined for InfoProvider &1

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: RSRD - Report Dissemination

• Message number: 257

• Message text: No key figure could be determined for InfoProvider &1

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message RSRD257 - No key figure could be determined for InfoProvider &1 ?

  The SAP error message RSRD257, which states "No key figure could be determined for InfoProvider &1," typically occurs in the context of SAP Business Warehouse (BW) or SAP BusinessObjects when a query is executed, and the system cannot find a key figure for the specified InfoProvider. This can happen for several reasons, and here are some common causes, solutions, and related information:
  Causes:
  
  Missing Key Figures: The InfoProvider may not have any key figures defined, or the key figures may not be properly activated.
  Incorrect Query Design: The query might be designed incorrectly, leading to the absence of key figures in the selection.
  Data Model Issues: There may be issues with the underlying data model, such as missing or incorrect data in the InfoProvider.
  Authorization Issues: The user executing the query may not have the necessary authorizations to access the key figures.
  Aggregation Level: The aggregation level of the query might not match the available key figures in the InfoProvider.
  Data Source Configuration: The data source might not be properly configured or might not be connected to the InfoProvider.
  
  Solutions:
  
  Check Key Figures: Verify that the InfoProvider has key figures defined. You can do this by checking the InfoProvider in the Data Warehousing Workbench (transaction RSA1).
  Review Query Design: Open the query in the Query Designer and ensure that key figures are included in the query definition. Make sure that the key figures are correctly selected and activated.
  Validate Data Model: Check the data model for the InfoProvider to ensure that it is correctly set up and that data is being loaded properly. You can use transaction RSA3 to test data extraction.
  Check Authorizations: Ensure that the user has the necessary authorizations to access the key figures in the InfoProvider. This can be checked in the user roles and authorizations.
  Adjust Aggregation Level: If applicable, adjust the aggregation level of the query to ensure it matches the available key figures.
  Reconfigure Data Source: If the data source is not properly configured, review the settings and ensure it is correctly connected to the InfoProvider.
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Use transaction codes like RSA1 (Data Warehousing Workbench), RSRT (Query Monitor), and RSOS (Query Designer) to troubleshoot and analyze the issue.
  SAP Notes: Check for relevant SAP Notes that may address specific issues related to this error message. You can search the SAP Support Portal for updates or patches.
  Documentation: Refer to SAP documentation for BW and BusinessObjects for best practices in query design and InfoProvider configuration.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the cause of the RSRD257 error and implement a solution to resolve it.