How To Fix RSWADMDERR1169 - Item &1 not recognized; check spelling or metadata in system

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: RSWADMDERR1 - Web Application Designer 4.0 Error Messages

• Message number: 169

• Message text: Item &1 not recognized; check spelling or metadata in system

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message RSWADMDERR1169 - Item &1 not recognized; check spelling or metadata in system ?

  The SAP error message RSWADMDERR1169 indicates that the system is unable to recognize a specific item (denoted as &1) in the context of a data processing or reporting task. This error typically arises in scenarios involving data extraction, reporting, or when working with metadata in SAP systems, particularly in the context of SAP BW (Business Warehouse) or SAP Analytics.
  Cause:
  
  Spelling Mistakes: The item name may have been misspelled or incorrectly entered.
  Metadata Issues: The item may not exist in the metadata repository, or it may have been deleted or renamed.
  Authorization Issues: The user may not have the necessary authorizations to access the item.
  Data Source Changes: Changes in the underlying data source or structure may lead to items being unrecognized.
  Transport Issues: If the item was recently transported from another system, it may not have been properly activated or may be missing.
  
  Solution:
  
  Check Spelling: Verify the spelling of the item name in the report or query. Ensure that it matches exactly with what is defined in the system.
  Verify Metadata: 
  
  Go to the relevant transaction (e.g., RSA1 for Data Warehousing) and check if the item exists in the metadata.
  If it has been renamed or deleted, update your report or query accordingly.
  
  
  Check Authorizations: Ensure that the user has the necessary authorizations to access the item. This can be done by checking the user roles and authorizations in the system.
  Review Data Source: If the item is part of a data source, ensure that the data source is correctly configured and that the item is included in the data model.
  Transport Check: If the item was recently transported, check the transport logs to ensure that it was successfully imported and activated in the target system.
  Rebuild or Refresh: In some cases, rebuilding or refreshing the data model or query may resolve the issue.
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as RSA1 (Data Warehousing Workbench), SE11 (Data Dictionary), and SE80 (Object Navigator) for checking metadata and data sources.
  SAP Notes: Check SAP Notes for any known issues or patches related to this error message. SAP frequently updates its knowledge base with solutions for common problems.
  Documentation: Review SAP documentation related to the specific module or functionality you are working with to understand the context of the error better.
  
  If the issue persists after following these steps, it may be beneficial to consult with your SAP Basis or BW team for further investigation.