How To Fix BWFS_TECHNICAL003 - No initialization with InfoSource &1 and selection &2

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: BWFS_TECHNICAL - Technical Interface BW/FS

• Message number: 003

• Message text: No initialization with InfoSource &1 and selection &2

What causes this issue?

The position initialization (InfoSource &V1&) has already been run
with the selection &V2& .

System Response

The position initialization is terminated.

How to fix this error?

The following options are available:
You reset the position initialization for the selection &V2&.
You schedule the delta initialization for the selection &V2&.
You change the Infopackage so that the selection &V2& can no longer
occur.

Procedure for System Administrators

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 BWFS_TECHNICAL003 - No initialization with InfoSource &1 and selection &2 ?

  The SAP error message BWFS_TECHNICAL003 indicates that there is an issue with the initialization of a data source in SAP BW (Business Warehouse). This error typically occurs when the system is unable to initialize data from a specific InfoSource due to various reasons.
  Cause:
  
  Missing or Incorrect InfoSource: The specified InfoSource (&1) may not exist or may not be correctly configured in the system.
  Selection Criteria Issues: The selection criteria (&2) provided for the initialization may be incorrect or not applicable.
  Data Source Not Activated: The data source might not be activated or might be in a state that prevents initialization.
  Authorization Issues: The user executing the initialization may not have the necessary authorizations to access the InfoSource or the underlying data.
  Data Transfer Process (DTP) Issues: There may be issues with the DTP settings or the DTP itself may not be correctly configured.
  Technical Issues: There could be underlying technical issues such as connectivity problems, system performance issues, or data inconsistencies.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check InfoSource Configuration:
  
  Verify that the InfoSource specified in the error message exists and is correctly configured in the SAP BW system.
  Ensure that the InfoSource is activated.
  
  
  
  Review Selection Criteria:
  
  Check the selection criteria used for the initialization. Ensure that they are valid and applicable to the data being processed.
  
  
  
  Verify Data Transfer Process (DTP):
  
  Check the DTP settings associated with the InfoSource. Ensure that the DTP is correctly configured and activated.
  If necessary, recreate the DTP.
  
  
  
  Check Authorizations:
  
  Ensure that the user executing the initialization has the necessary authorizations to access the InfoSource and the underlying data.
  
  
  
  Monitor System Performance:
  
  Check for any system performance issues that may be affecting the initialization process. Look for any locks or long-running processes that may be causing delays.
  
  
  
  Review Logs and Traces:
  
  Check the system logs and traces for any additional error messages or warnings that may provide more context about the issue.
  
  
  
  Reinitialize Data:
  
  If the above steps do not resolve the issue, consider reinitializing the data for the InfoSource. This may involve deleting existing data and starting the initialization process from scratch.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  SAP Notes: Check SAP Notes related to the specific error message for any known issues or patches that may address the problem.
  Documentation: Refer to SAP BW documentation for detailed information on InfoSources, DTPs, and data initialization processes.
  Community Forums: Engage with SAP community forums or support channels for additional insights and solutions from other users who may have encountered similar issues.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify and resolve the cause of the BWFS_TECHNICAL003 error in your SAP BW system.