How To Fix SQADB028 - The specified question does not exist

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: SQADB - Question and Answer Database Messages

• Message number: 028

• Message text: The specified question does not exist

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message SQADB028 - The specified question does not exist ?

  The SAP error message SQADB028, which states "The specified question does not exist," typically occurs in the context of SAP Business Warehouse (BW) or SAP BusinessObjects when there is an issue related to queries or questions that are expected to be present in the system but are not found.
  Causes:
  
  Missing Query/Question: The most common cause is that the query or question you are trying to access has been deleted or does not exist in the system.
  Incorrect Query ID: The query ID or name you are using may be incorrect or misspelled.
  Authorization Issues: You may not have the necessary authorizations to access the specific query or question.
  Transport Issues: If the query was recently transported from another system, it may not have been transported correctly or may not exist in the target system.
  System Configuration: There may be configuration issues in the BW or BusinessObjects environment that prevent the query from being recognized.
  
  Solutions:
  
  Verify Query Existence: Check if the query or question exists in the system. You can do this by navigating to the relevant area in SAP BW or BusinessObjects and searching for the query.
  Check Query ID: Ensure that you are using the correct query ID or name. Double-check for any typos or discrepancies.
  Review Authorizations: Make sure that your user account has the necessary permissions to access the query. You may need to contact your system administrator to verify your authorizations.
  Recreate the Query: If the query has been deleted, you may need to recreate it or restore it from a backup if available.
  Transport Check: If the query was supposed to be transported, check the transport logs to ensure that it was successfully transported and is available in the target system.
  System Configuration: Review the system configuration settings to ensure that everything is set up correctly for queries to be recognized and executed.
  
  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: Refer to the official SAP documentation for BW or BusinessObjects for more detailed information on managing queries and troubleshooting errors.
  Community Forums: Consider visiting SAP community forums or user groups where similar issues may have been discussed, and solutions shared.
  
  If the problem persists after trying the above solutions, it may be beneficial to engage with SAP support for further assistance.