How To Fix UMK220 - Query '&' does not exist

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: UMK - Measures

• Message number: 220

• Message text: Query '&' does not exist

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message UMK220 - Query '&' does not exist ?

  The SAP error message UMK220, which states "Query '&' does not exist," typically occurs when a user attempts to execute a query that is either not defined in the system or has been deleted or renamed. This error is common in SAP environments where users work with queries in tools like SAP Query or SAP Business Warehouse (BW).
  Causes:
  
  Non-Existent Query: The query specified does not exist in the system.
  Incorrect Query Name: There may be a typo or incorrect naming in the query name being referenced.
  Authorization Issues: The user may not have the necessary authorizations to access the query.
  Deleted or Renamed Query: The query may have been deleted or renamed by another user or during a system update.
  Transport Issues: If the query was transported from another system, it may not have been included in the transport request.
  
  Solutions:
  
  Verify Query Name: Double-check the query name for any typos or errors. Ensure that you are using the correct name as defined in the system.
  Check Query Existence: Use transaction codes like SQ01 (SAP Query) or RSRT (for BW queries) to check if the query exists in the system.
  Authorization Check: Ensure that you have the necessary authorizations to access the query. You may need to contact your SAP security team to verify your permissions.
  Consult with Colleagues: If the query was created by someone else, check with them to see if it has been deleted or renamed.
  Transport Check: If the query was supposed to be transported from another system, verify that the transport request was completed successfully and that the query was included.
  Recreate the Query: If the query is indeed missing and cannot be recovered, you may need to recreate it from scratch.
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as:
  
  SQ01: SAP Query Management
  SQ02: InfoSet Maintenance
  SQ03: User Group Maintenance
  RSRT: Execute Query in BW
  
  
  Documentation: Refer to SAP Help documentation for more details on query management and troubleshooting.
  SAP Notes: Check SAP Notes for any known issues or patches related to query management that may address this error.
  
  If the issue persists after trying the above solutions, consider reaching out to your SAP support team for further assistance.