How To Fix UJA_EXCEPTION140 - Reference dimension &1 for rule does not exist

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: UJA_EXCEPTION - BPC: Admin exception message class

• Message number: 140

• Message text: Reference dimension &1 for rule does not exist

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message UJA_EXCEPTION140 - Reference dimension &1 for rule does not exist ?

  The SAP error message UJA_EXCEPTION140 indicates that there is a reference dimension specified in a rule that does not exist in the system. This typically occurs in the context of SAP Business Planning and Consolidation (BPC) or SAP BW (Business Warehouse) when working with planning models or data models.
  Cause:
  
  Missing Dimension: The reference dimension specified in the rule is not defined in the model or has been deleted.
  Typographical Error: There may be a typo in the dimension name in the rule definition.
  Incorrect Configuration: The model or the environment may not be correctly configured, leading to the reference dimension not being recognized.
  Transport Issues: If the model was transported from one environment to another, the reference dimension may not have been included in the transport.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check Dimension Existence:
  
  Verify that the reference dimension exists in the model. You can do this by navigating to the model configuration in the SAP BPC or BW environment.
  
  
  
  Correct Typographical Errors:
  
  Review the rule definition for any typographical errors in the dimension name. Ensure that the name matches exactly with the defined dimension.
  
  
  
  Recreate or Restore Dimension:
  
  If the dimension has been deleted, you may need to recreate it or restore it from a backup if available.
  
  
  
  Review Model Configuration:
  
  Ensure that the model is correctly configured and that all necessary dimensions are included. Check the settings in the model to confirm that the reference dimension is part of it.
  
  
  
  Transport Check:
  
  If the issue arose after a transport, check the transport logs to ensure that all necessary objects, including dimensions, were included in the transport request.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Refer to SAP documentation or help resources for specific guidance on managing dimensions and rules in your version of SAP BPC or BW.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  SAP Notes: Check SAP Notes for any known issues or patches related to this error message.
  SAP Community: Engage with the SAP Community forums for insights from other users who may have encountered similar issues.
  System Logs: Review system logs for additional context or related error messages that may provide further clues about the issue.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify and resolve the cause of the UJA_EXCEPTION140 error in your SAP environment.