How To Fix UMC301 - Error in BW System '&1'; see help text

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: UMC - General Messages

• Message number: 301

• Message text: Error in BW System '&1'; see help text

What causes this issue?

Error message from BW system &V1&: &V2&&V3&&V4&.

System Response

The system issues an error message and will not allow you to continue with this transaction until the error is resolved.

How to fix this error?

Contact the administrator of the BW system.

Procedure for System Administrators

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message UMC301 - Error in BW System '&1'; see help text ?

  The SAP error message UMC301 typically indicates an issue related to the Business Warehouse (BW) system, specifically when there is a problem with the data transfer or data processing in BW. The message suggests that there is an error in the BW system identified by the placeholder '&1', which usually represents the specific BW system or instance that is encountering the issue.
  Possible Causes:
  
  Connection Issues: There may be a problem with the connection between the source system and the BW system.
  Data Transfer Errors: Issues during the data extraction, transformation, or loading (ETL) process can lead to this error.
  Configuration Problems: Incorrect settings in the BW system or in the data source configuration can cause this error.
  Authorization Issues: The user may not have the necessary authorizations to access the BW system or perform the required operations.
  System Performance: High load or performance issues in the BW system can lead to timeouts or failures in processing requests.
  
  Solutions:
  
  Check Connection: Verify the connection settings between the source system and the BW system. Ensure that the connection is active and properly configured.
  Review Logs: Check the BW system logs for more detailed error messages that can provide insights into the specific issue.
  Data Source Configuration: Review the configuration of the data source in the BW system to ensure it is set up correctly.
  User Authorizations: Ensure that the user has the necessary authorizations to access the BW system and perform the required operations.
  System Performance: Monitor the performance of the BW system. If the system is under heavy load, consider scheduling data loads during off-peak hours or optimizing the data processing jobs.
  Consult SAP Notes: Look for relevant SAP Notes or documentation that may address this specific error message. SAP frequently updates its knowledge base with solutions to common issues.
  
  Related Information:
  
  SAP Help Portal: You can access the SAP Help Portal for more detailed documentation on BW and troubleshooting common errors.
  SAP Community: Engaging with the SAP Community can provide insights from other users who may have encountered similar issues.
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as RSA1 (Data Warehousing Workbench) and ST22 (Dump Analysis) to help diagnose and resolve issues.
  
  If the problem persists after trying the above solutions, it may be necessary to contact SAP support for further assistance.