How To Fix RSWADMDERR1361 - bi-Tag &1 has unknown attribute &2. Please check your spelling

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

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

• Message number: 361

• Message text: bi-Tag &1 has unknown attribute &2. Please check your spelling

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message RSWADMDERR1361 - bi-Tag &1 has unknown attribute &2. Please check your spelling ?

  The SAP error message RSWADMDERR1361, which states "bi-Tag &1 has unknown attribute &2. Please check your spelling," typically occurs in the context of SAP Business Intelligence (BI) or SAP BW (Business Warehouse) when there is an issue with the metadata or attributes associated with a BI tag.
  Cause:
  
  Typographical Error: The most common cause is a typo in the attribute name or tag name. This could be due to incorrect spelling or case sensitivity.
  Missing Attribute: The attribute specified in the error message may not exist in the data model or the InfoObject.
  Changes in Metadata: If there have been recent changes to the data model, such as renaming or deleting attributes, this could lead to the error.
  Inconsistent Data Sources: If the data source has been modified or is inconsistent with the BI model, it may lead to this error.
  
  Solution:
  
  Check Spelling: Verify the spelling of the tag and attribute names in your query or report. Ensure that they match exactly with what is defined in the data model.
  Validate Metadata: Go to the relevant InfoObject or data model in SAP BW and check if the attribute exists. If it has been renamed or deleted, you will need to update your query or report accordingly.
  Update Queries/Reports: If the attribute has been changed, update any queries or reports that reference the old attribute name.
  Rebuild or Refresh: If the issue persists, consider rebuilding or refreshing the data model or the query to ensure that all metadata is up to date.
  Consult Documentation: Review any recent changes made to the data model or attributes in the documentation or change logs to understand if any modifications could have caused the issue.
  
  Related Information:
  
  SAP Notes: Check SAP Notes for any known issues or patches related to this error message.
  Transaction Codes: Use transaction codes like RSA1 (Data Warehousing Workbench) to check InfoObjects and attributes.
  BI Tools: If you are using tools like SAP Analysis for Office or SAP Lumira, ensure that they are compatible with the version of SAP BW you are using.
  Support: If you are unable to resolve the issue, consider reaching out to SAP support or your internal SAP team for further assistance.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify and resolve the cause of the RSWADMDERR1361 error in your SAP environment.