How To Fix SRF_AUTHORING274 - Method &1 not found in Custom Reusable Library &2 of query &3

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: SRF_AUTHORING - Message class for SRF Authoring

• Message number: 274

• Message text: Method &1 not found in Custom Reusable Library &2 of query &3

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message SRF_AUTHORING274 - Method &1 not found in Custom Reusable Library &2 of query &3 ?

  The SAP error message SRF_AUTHORING274 indicates that a method specified in a custom reusable library cannot be found. This typically occurs in the context of SAP Analytics Cloud (SAC) or SAP BW/4HANA when working with custom calculations or reusable libraries in queries.
  Cause:
  
  Method Name Typo: The method name specified in the query might be misspelled or incorrectly referenced.
  Library Not Activated: The custom reusable library may not be activated or published properly.
  Library Version: The version of the reusable library being referenced may not match the version where the method is defined.
  Method Deletion: The method may have been deleted or renamed in the reusable library after it was referenced in the query.
  Authorization Issues: There may be authorization issues preventing access to the method in the reusable library.
  
  Solution:
  
  Check Method Name: Verify that the method name in the query matches exactly with the method defined in the reusable library, including case sensitivity.
  Activate Library: Ensure that the custom reusable library is activated and published. You can do this in the SAP Analytics Cloud or the relevant SAP environment.
  Check Library Version: Confirm that you are using the correct version of the reusable library that contains the method. If there are multiple versions, ensure that the query is pointing to the right one.
  Review Changes: If the method was recently modified, check the change logs to see if it was renamed or deleted. Update the query accordingly.
  Authorization Check: Ensure that the user has the necessary permissions to access the reusable library and its methods. Check the roles and authorizations assigned to the user.
  Debugging: If the issue persists, consider debugging the query or checking logs for more detailed error messages that could provide additional context.
  
  Related Information:
  
  SAP Documentation: Refer to the official SAP documentation for details on creating and managing reusable libraries and methods.
  SAP Community: Engage with the SAP Community forums for insights from other users who may have encountered similar issues.
  Support Tickets: If the problem cannot be resolved, consider raising a support ticket with SAP for further assistance.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify and resolve the issue related to the SRF_AUTHORING274 error message.