How To Fix TWBHS405 - System data container "&" does not exist

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: TWBHS - Test Workbench messages

• Message number: 405

• Message text: System data container "&" does not exist

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message TWBHS405 - System data container "&" does not exist ?

  The SAP error message TWBHS405 indicates that the system data container specified (represented by "&") does not exist. This error typically occurs in the context of SAP Business Warehouse (BW) or SAP BusinessObjects when trying to access or manipulate a data container that has not been created or has been deleted.
  Causes:
  
  Non-existent Data Container: The specified data container (e.g., InfoProvider, DataStore Object, etc.) has not been created or has been deleted.
  Incorrect Naming: There may be a typo or incorrect naming in the reference to the data container.
  Authorization Issues: The user may not have the necessary authorizations to access the data container, leading to the perception that it does not exist.
  Transport Issues: If the data container was recently transported from another system, it may not have been successfully imported.
  
  Solutions:
  
  Verify Existence: Check if the data container actually exists in the system. You can do this by navigating to the relevant area in the SAP BW or BusinessObjects interface.
  Check Naming: Ensure that the name of the data container is spelled correctly and matches the expected format.
  Review Authorizations: Confirm that the user has the necessary authorizations to access the data container. This can be done by checking the user roles and authorizations in the SAP system.
  Recreate the Data Container: If the data container has been deleted, you may need to recreate it. This could involve reloading data or reconfiguring the InfoProvider.
  Check Transport Logs: If the data container was supposed to be transported from another system, check the transport logs for any errors or issues during the transport process.
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: You can use transaction codes like RSA1 (Data Warehousing Workbench) to check the existence of InfoProviders or other data containers.
  SAP Notes: Look for relevant SAP Notes that might address this specific error or provide additional troubleshooting steps.
  Documentation: Refer to SAP documentation for BW or BusinessObjects for more detailed information on data containers and their management.
  
  If the issue persists after trying the above solutions, consider reaching out to your SAP Basis or BW support team for further assistance.