How To Fix 42138 - Extract & was saved

42138 - Overview

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: 42 - Information Workbench

• Message number: 138

• Message text: Extract & was saved

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42138 - Details

• The SAP error message 42138, which states "Extract & was saved," typically occurs in the context of data extraction processes, particularly when working with SAP BW (Business Warehouse) or SAP Data Services. This message indicates that an extraction process has been completed and the data has been saved, but it may also imply that there was an issue or warning during the extraction.
  
  Cause:
  
  Data Extraction Issues: The error may arise due to issues in the data extraction process, such as missing data, incorrect data formats, or problems with the source system.
  Configuration Problems: There may be configuration issues in the data source or in the extraction settings that lead to this message being triggered.
  Authorization Issues: The user executing the extraction may not have the necessary authorizations to access certain data or perform specific actions.
  Data Quality Issues: There could be data quality problems, such as duplicates or inconsistencies, that prevent the extraction from