How To Fix SQADB004 - No validity context maintained

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: SQADB - Question and Answer Database Messages

• Message number: 004

• Message text: No validity context maintained

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message SQADB004 - No validity context maintained ?

  The SAP error message SQADB004: No validity context maintained typically occurs in the context of SAP BW (Business Warehouse) or when working with queries in SAP Business Explorer (BEx). This error indicates that the system is unable to find a valid context for the query execution, which can be due to several reasons.
  Causes:
  
  Missing or Incorrect Context: The query might not have a valid context defined, or the context might not be properly maintained in the InfoProvider.
  Data Source Issues: The underlying data source for the query may not be correctly set up or may not contain the necessary data.
  Query Definition Issues: The query itself may have been incorrectly defined or may reference objects that are not available or have been deleted.
  Authorization Issues: The user executing the query may not have the necessary authorizations to access the data or the context.
  Transport Issues: If the query or its components were transported from one system to another, there may be inconsistencies in the transport.
  
  Solutions:
  
  Check Query Context: Ensure that the query has a valid context defined. You can do this by checking the query properties in the BEx Query Designer.
  Validate Data Source: Verify that the data source for the query is correctly set up and contains the necessary data. You can check the InfoProvider and ensure that it is active and has data loaded.
  Review Query Definition: Open the query in the BEx Query Designer and check for any inconsistencies or errors in the definition. Make sure all required characteristics and key figures are included.
  Check Authorizations: Ensure that the user has the necessary authorizations to execute the query and access the relevant data. You may need to consult with your SAP security team.
  Re-transport Objects: If the issue arose after a transport, consider re-transporting the query and its related objects to ensure consistency.
  Check for Updates: Sometimes, applying the latest support packages or patches can resolve issues related to bugs in the system.
  
  Related Information:
  
  SAP Notes: Check SAP Notes related to the error message SQADB004 for any specific fixes or recommendations provided by SAP.
  Transaction Codes: Use transaction codes like RSA1 (Data Warehousing Workbench) to check InfoProviders and data loads, or RSRT (Query Monitor) to test queries.
  Logs and Traces: Review system logs and traces for additional error messages or warnings that may provide more context about the issue.
  
  If the problem persists after trying the above solutions, it may be beneficial to consult with your SAP Basis or BW team for further investigation.