How To Fix WXP771 - Unexpected error when reading the DDIC info for additional key figure &1

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: WXP - Retail Planning

• Message number: 771

• Message text: Unexpected error when reading the DDIC info for additional key figure &1

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message WXP771 - Unexpected error when reading the DDIC info for additional key figure &1 ?

  SAP Error Message:
  
  WXP771 Unexpected error when reading the DDIC info for additional key figure &1
  
  Cause
  This warning message typically occurs in SAP BW (Business Warehouse) or SAP BW/4HANA environments when the system tries to read Data Dictionary (DDIC) metadata for an additional key figure (often a custom or user-defined key figure) and encounters an unexpected issue. The root causes can include:
  
  Inconsistent or missing DDIC objects: The additional key figure references a DDIC object (like a table, view, or structure) that is missing, inactive, or inconsistent.
  Authorization issues: The user or process does not have sufficient authorization to read the DDIC metadata.
  Transport or system inconsistencies: The DDIC objects were transported incorrectly or incompletely between systems.
  Incorrect or incomplete definition of the additional key figure: The key figure might be referencing fields or structures that are not properly defined or activated.
  System bugs or patches: Sometimes, this error can be caused by known bugs in certain SAP BW versions or components.
  
  
  Solution
  
  
  Check the Additional Key Figure Definition:
  
  Go to the BW modeling tool (e.g., transaction RSA1 or BW Modeling Tools in Eclipse).
  Verify the additional key figure &1 (the placeholder in the message will be replaced by the actual key figure name).
  Ensure that the key figure references valid and active DDIC objects.
  
  
  
  Verify DDIC Objects:
  
  Use SE11 to check the underlying DDIC objects (tables, views, structures) referenced by the key figure.
  Make sure these objects are active and consistent.
  If inactive or inconsistent, activate or fix them.
  
  
  
  Check Authorizations:
  
  Ensure the user or background job running the process has the necessary authorizations to read DDIC metadata.
  Check roles and profiles assigned.
  
  
  
  Transport and System Consistency:
  
  If the key figure or DDIC objects were recently transported, verify that the transport was successful and complete.
  Re-import or re-activate transports if necessary.
  
  
  
  Apply SAP Notes and Patches:
  
  Search the SAP Support Portal for notes related to message WXP771.
  Apply any relevant corrections or patches.
  
  
  
  Debugging and Logs:
  
  Check system logs (SM21), short dumps (ST22), and BW process chain logs for more detailed error information.
  If possible, debug the process to identify where the DDIC read fails.
  
  
  
  
  Related Information
  
  Message Class: WXP (related to BW/BI processing)
  Common Context: Occurs during process chain execution, data load, or query execution involving additional key figures.
  SAP Notes:  
  
  SAP Note 0000000 (example placeholder) — check for specific notes by searching "WXP771" on SAP ONE Support Launchpad.
  
  
  Transactions to Check:
  
  RSA1 — BW Modeling
  SE11 — Data Dictionary
  SM21 — System Log
  ST22 — Dump Analysis
  SU53 — Authorization Check
  
  
  
  
  Summary
  The WXP771 warning indicates a problem reading DDIC metadata for an additional key figure, usually due to missing or inconsistent DDIC objects, authorization issues, or transport inconsistencies. The solution involves verifying and correcting the DDIC objects, ensuring proper authorizations, checking transport integrity, and applying relevant SAP notes or patches.
  
  If you provide the exact key figure name or additional context (e.g., when the error occurs), I can help with more targeted advice.