How To Fix CONT_TOOLS_E296 - No Masterdata and Hierarchy 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: 296

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

What causes this issue?

This problem occurs for InfoObject &v1& in object version &v3&, because
the flags ' Hierarchy available' and ' Masterdata available' are set, b
ut no Hierarchy and Masterdata DataSources are available.
Object ID: &v1&
Message no. CONT_TOOLS_E296.

How to fix this error?

Should the Hierarchy and Masterdata DataSources be available for InfoObj
ect &v1& indeed? If not, the flags in the InfoObject Properties are 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_E296 - No Masterdata and Hierarchy DataSource is mapped to InfoObject &1. ?

  The SAP error message CONT_TOOLS_E296 indicates that there is no master data or hierarchy DataSource mapped to the specified InfoObject. This typically occurs in the context of SAP BW (Business Warehouse) or SAP BW/4HANA when working with InfoObjects and DataSources.
  Cause:
  
  Missing Mapping: The primary cause of this error is that the InfoObject specified in the error message does not have any associated DataSources for master data or hierarchy data.
  Configuration Issues: There may be configuration issues in the DataSource settings or InfoObject settings that prevent proper mapping.
  Transport Issues: If the InfoObject was transported from another system, the associated DataSources may not have been transported correctly.
  DataSource Deactivation: The DataSource might be deactivated or deleted, leading to the absence of mapping.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check DataSource Mapping:
  
  Go to the InfoObject maintenance transaction (e.g., RSD1).
  Select the InfoObject that is causing the error.
  Check the "DataSource" tab to see if any DataSources are mapped for master data or hierarchy.
  
  
  
  Create or Assign DataSource:
  
  If no DataSource is mapped, you can create a new DataSource or assign an existing one.
  Ensure that the DataSource is configured correctly to pull the required master data or hierarchy data.
  
  
  
  Check Transport Requests:
  
  If the InfoObject was recently transported, check the transport requests to ensure that all necessary components, including DataSources, were included in the transport.
  
  
  
  Activate DataSource:
  
  If the DataSource exists but is inactive, activate it in the DataSource maintenance transaction (e.g., RSA1).
  
  
  
  Review Documentation:
  
  Consult SAP documentation or notes related to the specific InfoObject and DataSource for any additional configuration steps that may be required.
  
  
  
  Consult with Basis or BW Team:
  
  If you are unable to resolve the issue, it may be helpful to consult with your SAP Basis or BW team for further assistance.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes:
  
  RSD1: InfoObject maintenance
  RSA1: Data Warehousing Workbench
  
  
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that may address this specific error or provide additional troubleshooting steps.
  SAP Community: Consider searching or posting in 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.