How To Fix CONT_TOOLS_E281 - No Entry in shadow table for the DataSource &1 of source system &2.

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: CONT_TOOLS_E - Messages for BI CONTENT TOOLS

• Message number: 281

• Message text: No Entry in shadow table for the DataSource &1 of source system &2.

What causes this issue?

No Active version available in shadow table for the datasource &v1&
and soucesytem &v2&
Probably a technology error.

The system issues an error message and will not allow you to continue with this transaction until the error is resolved.

System Response

How to fix this error?

Procedure for System Administrators

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message CONT_TOOLS_E281 - No Entry in shadow table for the DataSource &1 of source system &2. ?

  The SAP error message CONT_TOOLS_E281 indicates that there is no entry in the shadow table for the specified DataSource in the source system. This typically occurs in the context of SAP BW (Business Warehouse) when trying to replicate or manage DataSources.
  Cause:
  
  Missing Shadow Table Entry: The shadow table for the DataSource in the source system does not exist or has not been created. This can happen if the DataSource was not properly replicated or if there was an issue during the initial setup.
  Incorrect Source System Configuration: The source system may not be correctly configured, leading to issues in the DataSource replication process.
  Transport Issues: If the DataSource was transported from one system to another, the transport might not have included the necessary shadow table entries.
  DataSource Deactivation: The DataSource might have been deactivated or deleted in the source system, leading to the absence of the corresponding entry in the shadow table.
  
  Solution:
  
  Check DataSource Configuration: Verify that the DataSource is correctly configured in the source system. Ensure that it is active and properly set up.
  Replicate DataSource: If the DataSource is missing, you can try to replicate it again from the source system to the BW system. Use transaction RSA1 in the BW system, navigate to the DataSources, and initiate the replication process.
  Check Shadow Table: Use transaction RSDS to check if the shadow table exists for the DataSource. If it does not exist, you may need to create it manually or reinitialize the DataSource.
  Transport Requests: If the DataSource was transported, ensure that all related transport requests were successfully imported and that the shadow table entries are included.
  Check Logs: Review the logs for any errors or warnings that occurred during the replication process. This can provide insights into what went wrong.
  Consult Documentation: Refer to SAP documentation or notes related to DataSource replication and shadow tables for any specific instructions or troubleshooting steps.
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes:
  
  RSA1: Data Warehousing Workbench
  RSDS: DataSource Maintenance
  RSC1: Create DataSource
  RSC2: Change DataSource
  RSC3: Display DataSource
  
  
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that might address this specific error or provide additional troubleshooting steps.
  SAP Community: Engage with the SAP Community forums for insights from other users who may have encountered similar issues.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the cause of the error and implement a solution to resolve it.