How To Fix UJXO_META_EXCEPTION016 - cannot get operator type to find members

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: UJXO_META_EXCEPTION - Exception message for metadata API

• Message number: 016

• Message text: cannot get operator type to find members

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message UJXO_META_EXCEPTION016 - cannot get operator type to find members ?

  The SAP error message UJXO_META_EXCEPTION016 indicates that there is an issue with retrieving the operator type to find members in a query or data model, typically in the context of SAP BW (Business Warehouse) or SAP HANA. This error can occur due to various reasons, including issues with the data model, query definitions, or metadata inconsistencies.
  Possible Causes:
  
  Metadata Issues: The metadata for the InfoProvider or query might be inconsistent or corrupted.
  Missing or Incorrect Definitions: The operator type or member definitions may be missing or incorrectly defined in the data model.
  Data Source Problems: The underlying data source may not be accessible or may have been changed.
  Authorization Issues: The user executing the query may not have the necessary authorizations to access certain objects.
  Query Design Issues: There may be issues in the query design, such as incorrect filters or characteristics.
  
  Solutions:
  
  
  Check Metadata:
  
  Go to the Data Warehousing Workbench (transaction RSA1) and check the InfoProvider and its metadata.
  Rebuild the metadata if necessary.
  
  
  
  Validate Query Design:
  
  Open the query in the Query Designer and check for any inconsistencies in the design.
  Ensure that all characteristics and key figures are correctly defined and that there are no missing elements.
  
  
  
  Check Data Source:
  
  Verify that the underlying data source is available and functioning correctly.
  If the data source has been changed, ensure that the query is updated accordingly.
  
  
  
  Review Authorizations:
  
  Check the user authorizations to ensure that the user has access to all necessary objects and data.
  
  
  
  Recreate the Query:
  
  If the issue persists, consider recreating the query from scratch to eliminate any hidden issues.
  
  
  
  Check for Notes and Patches:
  
  Look for SAP Notes or patches related to this error message. Sometimes, SAP releases fixes for known issues.
  
  
  
  Consult SAP Support:
  
  If none of the above solutions work, consider reaching out to SAP Support for further assistance. Provide them with detailed information about the error and the context in which it occurs.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: RSA1 (Data Warehousing Workbench), RSRT (Query Monitor), and RSOS (Query Designer).
  SAP Notes: Search the SAP Support Portal for any relevant notes that might address this specific error.
  Documentation: Review SAP BW and HANA documentation for best practices in query design and metadata management.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to diagnose and resolve the UJXO_META_EXCEPTION016 error in your SAP environment.