How To Fix S~146 - No input entity for &

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: S~ - Repository API Business Navigator

• Message number: 146

• Message text: No input entity for &

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message S~146 - No input entity for & ?

  The SAP error message S~146 "No input entity for &" typically occurs in the context of SAP BW (Business Warehouse) or SAP Analytics when a query is executed, and the system cannot find the necessary input data for the specified entity. This can happen for various reasons, including issues with data loading, query design, or data source configuration.
  Causes:
  
  Missing Data: The data for the specified entity has not been loaded into the InfoProvider or the data source.
  Incorrect Query Design: The query may be incorrectly designed, leading to a situation where it references entities that do not exist or are not properly linked.
  Data Source Issues: The data source may not be correctly configured, or there may be issues with the extraction process.
  Filters and Variables: Filters or variables applied in the query may be too restrictive, resulting in no data being returned.
  Authorization Issues: The user executing the query may not have the necessary authorizations to access the data.
  
  Solutions:
  
  Check Data Loading: Ensure that the data has been successfully loaded into the InfoProvider. You can check the data load status in the Data Warehousing Workbench or the relevant transaction codes (e.g., RSA1).
  Review Query Design: Examine the query design in the Query Designer. Ensure that all required characteristics and key figures are included and that they are correctly linked.
  Validate Data Source: Check the configuration of the data source to ensure it is set up correctly and that the extraction process is functioning as expected.
  Adjust Filters/Variables: Review any filters or variables applied to the query. Try running the query without filters to see if data is returned.
  Check Authorizations: Verify that the user has the necessary authorizations to access the data in the InfoProvider.
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Use transaction codes like RSA1 (Data Warehousing Workbench), RSRT (Query Monitor), and RSOS (DataSource Overview) to troubleshoot and analyze data loading and query execution.
  SAP Notes: Check SAP Notes for any known issues or patches related to this error message. You can search for relevant notes in the SAP Support Portal.
  Documentation: Refer to SAP BW documentation for best practices in query design and data modeling.
  
  If the issue persists after checking these areas, it may be beneficial to consult with your SAP Basis or BW team for further investigation.