How To Fix RSWADMDERR1261 - Template Include Item has not been included, does not exist, or is empty

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

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

• Message number: 261

• Message text: Template Include Item has not been included, does not exist, or is empty

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message RSWADMDERR1261 - Template Include Item has not been included, does not exist, or is empty ?

  The SAP error message RSWADMDERR1261 indicates that a template include item is either not included, does not exist, or is empty. This error typically occurs in the context of SAP BW (Business Warehouse) or SAP BI (Business Intelligence) when working with queries, reports, or templates.
  Causes:
  
  Missing Template Include: The specified template include item is not defined in the system or has been deleted.
  Empty Template: The template include exists but does not contain any data or configuration.
  Incorrect Configuration: The template might be incorrectly configured, leading to the system not being able to find or use it.
  Authorization Issues: The user may not have the necessary authorizations to access the template include item.
  Transport Issues: If the template was transported from another system, it may not have been transported correctly, leading to missing components.
  
  Solutions:
  
  Check Template Include: Verify that the template include item exists in the system. You can do this by navigating to the relevant area in SAP BW/BI where the template is defined.
  Review Configuration: Ensure that the template is correctly configured and that all necessary components are included.
  Recreate Template: If the template include is missing or empty, consider recreating it or restoring it from a backup if available.
  Check Authorizations: Ensure that the user has the necessary authorizations to access the template include item. You may need to consult with your SAP security team.
  Transport Check: If the issue arose after a transport, check the transport logs to ensure that all necessary objects were included and correctly transported.
  Debugging: If you have access to debugging tools, you can trace the execution to see where the error is occurring and gather more information about the missing item.
  
  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 for common problems.
  Documentation: Review the SAP documentation for BW/BI templates to ensure that you are following the correct procedures for creating and managing template includes.
  Community Forums: Consider searching or posting in SAP community forums or SAP support channels for additional insights from other users who may have encountered the same issue.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the cause of the error and implement a solution to resolve it.