How To Fix RSRV179 - Dimension view &1 does not exist for dimension &3 (technical name &2)

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: RSRV -

• Message number: 179

• Message text: Dimension view &1 does not exist for dimension &3 (technical name &2)

What causes this issue?

The dimension sought is a <ZK>line item dimension</>. Line dimensions
do not occupy dimension tables, but rather a dimension view that is
based on the SID table for the (only) characteristic for the dimension.
This view does not exist.
Repairs
Try to reactivate the InfoCube.

How to fix this error?

The system issues an error message and will not allow you to continue with this transaction until the error is resolved.

Procedure for System Administrators

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message RSRV179 - Dimension view &1 does not exist for dimension &3 (technical name &2) ?

  The SAP error message RSRV179 indicates that a dimension view does not exist for a specified dimension in the context of SAP BW (Business Warehouse) or SAP HANA. This error typically arises when there is an attempt to access or manipulate a dimension that has not been properly defined or is missing in the system.
  Cause:
  
  
  Missing Dimension View: The dimension view specified in the error message does not exist in the system. This could be due to a number of reasons, such as:
  
  The dimension was never created.
  The dimension view was deleted or not activated.
  There is a mismatch in naming conventions or technical names.
  
  
  
  Transport Issues: If the dimension was recently transported from another system, it may not have been transported correctly, leading to missing components.
  
  
  Inconsistent Metadata: Changes in the data model or metadata that have not been properly synchronized can lead to this error.
  
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check Dimension Existence: Verify that the dimension view exists in the system. You can do this by navigating to the relevant data model in the SAP BW or HANA studio and checking the dimensions.
  
  
  Recreate or Activate Dimension View: If the dimension view is missing, you may need to recreate it or activate it if it exists but is not active. This can typically be done in the Data Warehousing Workbench (transaction RSA1) or in the HANA studio.
  
  
  Transport Check: If the dimension was supposed to be transported, check the transport logs to ensure that all necessary objects were included and successfully imported.
  
  
  Consistency Check: Run consistency checks on the data model to identify any inconsistencies. In SAP BW, you can use transaction RSRV to perform various checks on InfoObjects, InfoProviders, and other components.
  
  
  Review Naming Conventions: Ensure that the technical names and descriptions used in your queries or reports match those defined in the system.
  
  
  Consult Documentation: If you are unsure about the specific dimension or view, refer to the SAP documentation or consult with your SAP BW/HANA administrator for guidance.
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: 
  
  RSA1: Data Warehousing Workbench
  RSRV: Consistency Check Tool
  
  
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that may address this specific error or provide additional troubleshooting steps.
  Community Forums: SAP Community and other forums can be helpful for finding similar issues faced by other users and their solutions.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the cause of the RSRV179 error and implement a solution to resolve it.