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How To Fix UPB_CW502 - InfoObject &1 does not exist


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  • Message type: E = Error

  • Message class: UPB_CW - Cost Center Wizard

  • Message number: 502

  • Message text: InfoObject &1 does not exist

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  • What is the cause and solution for SAP error message UPB_CW502 - InfoObject &1 does not exist ?

    The SAP error message UPB_CW502, which states "InfoObject &1 does not exist," typically occurs in the context of SAP Business Planning and Consolidation (BPC) or SAP BW (Business Warehouse) when the system is unable to find a specified InfoObject. This can happen for various reasons, and here are some common causes, solutions, and related information:

    Causes:

    1. Non-Existent InfoObject: The InfoObject specified in the error message does not exist in the system. This could be due to a typo in the InfoObject name or it may not have been created yet.
    2. Incorrect Configuration: The InfoObject might not be properly configured or activated in the system.
    3. Transport Issues: If the InfoObject was recently transported from another system, it may not have been successfully imported or activated in the target system.
    4. Authorization Issues: The user may not have the necessary authorizations to access the InfoObject, leading to the perception that it does not exist.
    5. Data Model Issues: If the InfoObject is part of a data model that has not been properly defined or is missing components, it may lead to this error.

    Solutions:

    1. Verify InfoObject Existence:

      • Check the InfoObject name in the SAP BW or BPC system to ensure it exists. You can do this by navigating to the InfoObject catalog in the SAP GUI.
      • Use transaction codes like RSA1 (for BW) to check the InfoObjects.
    2. Check for Typos:

      • Ensure that the InfoObject name is spelled correctly in the configuration or wherever it is being referenced.
    3. Activate InfoObject:

      • If the InfoObject exists but is not activated, activate it using the appropriate transaction (e.g., RSD1 for InfoObjects).
    4. Review Transport Logs:

      • If the InfoObject was recently transported, check the transport logs to ensure that it was successfully imported and activated.
    5. Authorization Check:

      • Ensure that the user has the necessary authorizations to access the InfoObject. This can be checked in the user roles and authorizations.
    6. Data Model Review:

      • If the InfoObject is part of a data model, review the model to ensure all components are correctly defined and activated.
    7. Consult Documentation:

      • Refer to SAP documentation or notes related to the specific version of SAP you are using for any known issues or additional troubleshooting steps.

    Related Information:

    • SAP Notes: Check SAP Notes for any specific issues related to the error message UPB_CW502. SAP frequently updates its knowledge base with solutions to common problems.
    • Community Forums: SAP Community and other forums can be helpful for finding similar issues faced by other users and the solutions they found.
    • SAP Support: If the issue persists after trying the above solutions, consider reaching out to SAP Support for further assistance.

    By following these steps, you should be able to identify the cause of the error and implement a solution.

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