How To Fix AS_DATASOURCE011 - Selection of data source not initialized

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: AS_DATASOURCE - Dialog for Selecting Data Source

• Message number: 011

• Message text: Selection of data source not initialized

What causes this issue?

You tried to run data source selection and a program error occurred.
The data source selection program could not be initialized correctly.

System Response

You can still select a data source, in spite of this message. However,
unforseen situations may arise. For example, the program could ignore
the data selection command.

How to fix this error?

Contact your system administrator.

Procedure for System Administrators

If the message appears within an SAP program, inform the SAP hotline.
If the message appears within one of your own programs, call up the
function module AS_DATASOURCE_INIT and enter the corresponding
parameters for the data source selection. You should do this at the
time of INITIALIZATION (for reports) or before the PBO. For further
information see the documentation for the function module
AS_DATASOURCE_INIT.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message AS_DATASOURCE011 - Selection of data source not initialized ?

  The SAP error message AS_DATASOURCE011 ("Selection of data source not initialized") typically occurs when there is an issue with the data source configuration in SAP, particularly in the context of data extraction or reporting. This error can arise in various scenarios, such as when using SAP BW (Business Warehouse) or when working with data sources in SAP ERP systems.
  Causes:
  
  Uninitialized Data Source: The data source you are trying to access has not been properly initialized or configured.
  Missing or Incorrect Settings: The data source may be missing required settings or parameters that are necessary for it to function correctly.
  Transport Issues: If the data source was transported from one system to another, it may not have been set up correctly in the target system.
  Authorization Issues: The user may not have the necessary authorizations to access the data source.
  Technical Issues: There may be underlying technical issues, such as problems with the underlying database or connectivity issues.
  
  Solutions:
  
  
  Check Data Source Configuration:
  
  Go to the relevant transaction (e.g., RSA1 for BW) and check the configuration of the data source.
  Ensure that the data source is activated and properly configured.
  
  
  
  Reinitialize the Data Source:
  
  If the data source is not initialized, you may need to reinitialize it. This can often be done by going to the data source settings and selecting the option to initialize.
  
  
  
  Check for Missing Settings:
  
  Review the settings for the data source to ensure that all required fields and parameters are filled in correctly.
  
  
  
  Authorization Check:
  
  Verify that the user has the necessary authorizations to access the data source. This can be done by checking the user roles and authorizations in the SAP system.
  
  
  
  Transport Issues:
  
  If the data source was recently transported, ensure that all necessary objects and settings were included in the transport request.
  
  
  
  Consult SAP Notes:
  
  Check the SAP Support Portal for any relevant SAP Notes that may address this specific error message. There may be patches or updates available that resolve the issue.
  
  
  
  Technical Support:
  
  If the issue persists, consider reaching out to your SAP Basis or technical support team for further assistance. They may be able to diagnose underlying technical issues.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Common transaction codes related to data sources include RSA1 (Data Warehousing Workbench), RSA3 (Data Source Test), and RSO2 (Data Source Maintenance).
  SAP Documentation: Refer to the official SAP documentation for detailed information on data source configuration and troubleshooting.
  Community Forums: SAP Community and other forums can be helpful for finding similar issues faced by other users and potential solutions.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify and resolve the issue related to the AS_DATASOURCE011 error message.