How To Fix WXP166 - Infocube &2 does not contain version field &1

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: WXP - Retail Planning

• Message number: 166

• Message text: Infocube &2 does not contain version field &1

What causes this issue?

You want to use info cube &V2& for reading actual data. Info cube &V2&
does not, however, contain version field &V1&.
This version field is required for separating actual data and different
plan versions when using plan/actual reporting in SAP BW. The actual
data must be plan version 0 data.

How to fix this error?

Include version field &V2& in info cube &V1& or select an info cube
that contains the version field. Then run the function once again.

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

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message WXP166 - Infocube &2 does not contain version field &1 ?

  Certainly! Here's a detailed explanation for the SAP error message:
  
  SAP Error Message:
  WXP166 Infocube &2 does not contain version field &1
  
  Meaning / Cause:
  This warning message indicates that the specified InfoCube (&2) does not contain the version characteristic (&1) in its data model. In SAP BW (Business Warehouse), certain processes or transformations expect the InfoCube to have a version characteristic (often 0VERSION) to handle data versioning, delta loads, or specific reporting requirements.
  If the InfoCube lacks this version field, operations that rely on it cannot be performed correctly, which may lead to inconsistent data or errors in data processing.
  
  Common Scenarios When This Occurs:
  
  When trying to activate or execute a process chain or transformation that expects a version characteristic in the target InfoCube.
  When using delta management or planning functions that require versioning.
  When a query or report is designed to filter or display data based on versions, but the underlying InfoCube does not have the version characteristic.
  
  
  Solution / How to Fix:
  
  
  Check the InfoCube Design:
  
  Go to the InfoCube in the Data Warehousing Workbench (transaction RSA1).
  Verify if the version characteristic (usually 0VERSION) is included in the InfoCube's dimensions.
  
  
  
  Add the Version Characteristic:
  
  If the version characteristic is missing and your business process requires it, add the version characteristic (e.g., 0VERSION) to the InfoCube.
  This involves:
  
  Adding the version characteristic to the InfoCube's dimension.
  Adjusting the data model accordingly.
  Rebuilding or activating the InfoCube.
  
  
  
  
  
  Adjust the Process or Transformation:
  
  If adding the version characteristic is not feasible or not required, modify the process chain, transformation, or query to not expect or require the version field.
  This might involve changing the delta management settings or query filters.
  
  
  
  Check Data Load and Delta Settings:
  
  Ensure that the data load process or delta mechanism is configured correctly and does not expect versioning if the InfoCube does not support it.
  
  
  
  
  Additional Information:
  
  
  Version Characteristic (0VERSION):
  
  This is a standard SAP BW characteristic used to differentiate between different versions of data, such as planned vs. actual data or different snapshots.
  
  
  Impact of Missing Version Field:
  
  Without the version characteristic, you cannot store or distinguish multiple versions of data in the same InfoCube, which limits planning and delta capabilities.
  
  
  Related Transactions:  
  
  RSA1 (Data Warehousing Workbench) — to check and modify InfoCube design  
  RSDCUBE — InfoCube maintenance  
  RSA2 — InfoObject maintenance (to check version characteristic)  
  
  
  
  Documentation / SAP Notes:
  
  Search SAP Service Marketplace or SAP Support Portal for notes related to WXP166 or version characteristic issues in InfoCubes for more specific guidance.
  
  
  
  If you provide the exact InfoCube name and version characteristic mentioned in the message, I can help you with more tailored steps.