How To Fix CONT_TOOLS_E293 - No Masterdata DataSource is mapped to InfoObject &1.

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: CONT_TOOLS_E - Messages for BI CONTENT TOOLS

• Message number: 293

• Message text: No Masterdata DataSource is mapped to InfoObject &1.

What causes this issue?

This problem occurs for InfoObject &v1& in object version &v3&, because
the flag ' Masterdata available' is set, but no Masterdata DataSource is
available.
Object ID: &v1&
Message no. CONT_TOOLS_E293.

How to fix this error?

Should the Masterdata DataSource be available for InfoObject &v1&
indeed? If not, the flag in the InfoObject Properties is not correct.

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 CONT_TOOLS_E293 - No Masterdata DataSource is mapped to InfoObject &1. ?

  The SAP error message CONT_TOOLS_E293 No Masterdata DataSource is mapped to InfoObject &1 typically occurs in the context of SAP BW (Business Warehouse) or SAP BW/4HANA when there is an issue with the mapping of master data sources to an InfoObject. This error indicates that the system cannot find a corresponding DataSource for the specified InfoObject, which is necessary for loading master data.
  Cause:
  
  Missing DataSource Mapping: The most common cause is that there is no DataSource defined for the specified InfoObject. This can happen if the DataSource was not created or if it was deleted.
  Incorrect Configuration: The configuration for the InfoObject may not be set up correctly, leading to the system being unable to find the appropriate DataSource.
  Transport Issues: If the InfoObject and its associated DataSource were transported from one system to another, there may be inconsistencies in the transport that lead to this error.
  Authorization Issues: Sometimes, the user may not have the necessary authorizations to view or access the DataSource.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check DataSource Configuration:
  
  Go to the Data Warehousing Workbench (transaction RSA1).
  Navigate to the InfoObject in question and check if a DataSource is assigned to it.
  If no DataSource is assigned, you will need to create or assign a DataSource that corresponds to the InfoObject.
  
  
  
  Create a DataSource:
  
  If a DataSource does not exist, you can create one by going to the DataSource maintenance area (transaction RSA1 -> Modeling -> DataSources).
  Define the DataSource and ensure it is correctly mapped to the InfoObject.
  
  
  
  Check Transport Requests:
  
  If the issue arose after a transport, check the transport logs for any errors or warnings related to the InfoObject or DataSource.
  Ensure that all necessary objects were transported correctly.
  
  
  
  Authorization Check:
  
  Verify that the user has the necessary authorizations to access the DataSource and InfoObject.
  Check the roles and authorizations assigned to the user.
  
  
  
  Re-activate InfoObject:
  
  Sometimes, re-activating the InfoObject can resolve mapping issues. You can do this in the InfoObject maintenance area.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Review SAP documentation or notes related to the specific version of SAP BW you are using for any known issues or additional troubleshooting steps.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: RSA1 (Data Warehousing Workbench), RSO2 (DataSource Maintenance), RSD1 (InfoObject Maintenance).
  SAP Notes: Check SAP Notes for any specific fixes or updates related to this error message.
  Community Forums: SAP Community and other forums can provide insights from other users who may have encountered similar issues.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify and resolve the issue related to the error message CONT_TOOLS_E293 No Masterdata DataSource is mapped to InfoObject &1.