How To Fix UJCTRL_EXCEPTION159 - Member &1 does not exist in dimension &2

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: UJCTRL_EXCEPTION - BPC: control exception message class

• Message number: 159

• Message text: Member &1 does not exist in dimension &2

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message UJCTRL_EXCEPTION159 - Member &1 does not exist in dimension &2 ?

  The SAP error message UJCTRL_EXCEPTION159 indicates that a specific member (often a characteristic or key figure) does not exist in the specified dimension within a SAP BW (Business Warehouse) or SAP HANA environment. This error typically arises during data loading or when trying to access a specific member in a query or report.
  Cause:
  
  Missing Member: The member specified in the error message is not defined in the dimension. This could be due to data not being loaded correctly or the member being deleted or not created.
  Incorrect Dimension: The dimension specified may not be the correct one for the member being referenced.
  Data Model Changes: Changes in the data model, such as modifications to InfoObjects or dimensions, can lead to inconsistencies.
  Data Loading Issues: If the data load process did not complete successfully, it may result in missing members.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Verify Member Existence:
  
  Check the dimension specified in the error message to confirm whether the member exists. You can do this by navigating to the relevant InfoObject or dimension in the SAP BW modeling tools.
  
  
  
  Data Load Check:
  
  Ensure that the data load process has been executed successfully. Check the data load logs for any errors or warnings that might indicate why the member is missing.
  If necessary, re-run the data load process to ensure all data is loaded correctly.
  
  
  
  Check for Changes:
  
  Review any recent changes made to the data model, such as modifications to InfoObjects or dimensions. If changes were made, ensure that they are reflected in the data and that the member is still valid.
  
  
  
  Update Queries/Reports:
  
  If the member has been removed or renamed, update any queries or reports that reference the old member to use the correct member.
  
  
  
  Rebuild Aggregates:
  
  If aggregates are used, consider rebuilding them to ensure they are in sync with the current data model.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Refer to SAP documentation or support notes for any specific guidance related to this error message.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  SAP Notes: Check SAP Notes for any known issues or patches related to this error.
  Transaction Codes: Use transaction codes like RSA1 (Data Warehousing Workbench) to navigate through the data model and dimensions.
  Data Modeling: Familiarize yourself with the data modeling concepts in SAP BW, including InfoObjects, dimensions, and fact tables, to better understand how members are defined and used.
  
  If the issue persists after following these steps, consider reaching out to SAP support for further assistance.