How To Fix BWFS_TECHNICAL004 - There is more than one position initialization for InfoSource &1

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: BWFS_TECHNICAL - Technical Interface BW/FS

• Message number: 004

• Message text: There is more than one position initialization for InfoSource &1

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message BWFS_TECHNICAL004 - There is more than one position initialization for InfoSource &1 ?

  The SAP error message BWFS_TECHNICAL004 indicates that there is more than one position initialization for a specific InfoSource in the SAP BW (Business Warehouse) system. This typically occurs when there are multiple initializations or settings that conflict with each other for the same InfoSource, leading to ambiguity in how the data should be processed.
  Cause:
  
  Multiple Initializations: The most common cause is that there are multiple initialization requests for the same InfoSource that have not been properly managed or cleared.
  Configuration Issues: There may be configuration issues in the InfoSource settings or in the data flow that lead to multiple initializations being recognized.
  Data Source Changes: Changes in the underlying data source or InfoSource configuration can also lead to this error if not properly synchronized.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check Initialization Requests:
  
  Go to the Data Warehousing Workbench (transaction RSA1) and check the initialization requests for the specific InfoSource.
  Identify and delete any duplicate or unnecessary initialization requests.
  
  
  
  Review InfoSource Configuration:
  
  Ensure that the InfoSource is correctly configured and that there are no conflicting settings.
  Check the settings in the InfoSource and ensure that only one initialization is active.
  
  
  
  Clear Old Data:
  
  If there are old or obsolete initialization requests, consider clearing them to avoid conflicts.
  Use transaction RSMO to monitor and manage the data loads and initializations.
  
  
  
  Reinitialize the InfoSource:
  
  If necessary, you may need to reinitialize the InfoSource. This involves deleting the existing initialization and creating a new one.
  Make sure to follow the correct steps for initialization to avoid creating duplicates.
  
  
  
  Check for Data Source Changes:
  
  If there have been changes to the data source, ensure that these changes are reflected in the InfoSource configuration.
  Update the InfoSource settings as needed to align with the current data source.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  
  Transaction Codes:
  
  RSA1: Data Warehousing Workbench
  RSMO: Monitor Data Loads
  RSPC: Process Chain Maintenance (to check if the initialization is part of a process chain)
  
  
  
  Documentation: Refer to SAP Help documentation for BW and InfoSource management for detailed steps on initialization and troubleshooting.
  
  
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that may address this specific error or provide additional troubleshooting steps.
  
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the BWFS_TECHNICAL004 error and ensure that your InfoSource is properly initialized without conflicts.