How To Fix 4A004 - This source structure & does not exist

4A004 - Overview

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: 4A - Cost Distribution

• Message number: 004

• Message text: This source structure & does not exist

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message 4A004 - This source structure & does not exist ?

  The SAP error message 4A004 ("This source structure & does not exist") typically occurs in the context of data transfer processes, such as when working with Data Transfer Workbench (DTW), SAP Data Services, or during the extraction and loading of data in SAP systems. This error indicates that the system is unable to find the specified source structure in the context of the operation being performed.
  Causes:
  
  Incorrect Source Structure Name: The source structure name specified in the data transfer or configuration does not match any existing structure in the system.
  Missing Configuration: The source structure may not have been defined or configured properly in the relevant data transfer or extraction settings.
  Transport Issues: If the source structure was recently transported from another system, it may not have been activated or may not exist in the target system.
  Authorization Issues: The user may not have the necessary authorizations to access the source structure.
  Data Model Changes: