How To Fix SKWR005 - Index does not exist

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: SKWR - SKWR Messages

• Message number: 005

• Message text: Index does not exist

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message SKWR005 - Index does not exist ?

  The SAP error message SKWR005: Index does not exist typically occurs in the context of SAP's data warehousing or reporting functionalities, particularly when dealing with the SAP BW (Business Warehouse) or SAP HANA environments. This error indicates that the system is trying to access an index that has not been created or is not available in the database.
  Causes:
  
  Missing Index: The index that the system is trying to access has not been created or has been deleted.
  Incorrect Configuration: The configuration settings for the data source or the InfoProvider may be incorrect, leading to the system looking for an index that does not exist.
  Transport Issues: If the index was part of a transport request that was not successfully imported, it may not exist in the target system.
  Database Issues: There may be underlying database issues that prevent the index from being recognized or accessed.
  
  Solutions:
  
  
  Check Index Existence:
  
  Use transaction codes like SE11 (Data Dictionary) or SE14 (Database Utility) to check if the index exists in the database.
  If it does not exist, you may need to create it.
  
  
  
  Rebuild Index:
  
  If the index is missing or corrupted, you may need to rebuild it. This can often be done through the relevant data modeling tools in SAP BW or HANA.
  
  
  
  Check Data Source Configuration:
  
  Review the configuration of the data source or InfoProvider to ensure that it is set up correctly and pointing to the right index.
  
  
  
  Transport Request:
  
  If the index was part of a transport request, ensure that the transport was successfully imported into the target system. If not, re-import the transport.
  
  
  
  Database Administration:
  
  Consult with your database administrator to check for any underlying database issues that may be affecting index availability.
  
  
  
  SAP Notes:
  
  Check the SAP Support Portal for any relevant SAP Notes that may address this specific error. There may be patches or updates that resolve the issue.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as SE11, SE14, RSA1 (for BW), and HANA Studio for HANA-related tasks.
  Documentation: Review SAP documentation related to data modeling, InfoProviders, and index management.
  Support: If the issue persists, consider reaching out to SAP support for further assistance, providing them with detailed information about the error and the context in which it occurs.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to diagnose and resolve the SKWR005 error effectively.