How To Fix DBOSC523 - Error while looking for alias in data source '&2'; '&1' not configured

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: DBOSC -

• Message number: 523

• Message text: Error while looking for alias in data source '&2'; '&1' not configured

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message DBOSC523 - Error while looking for alias in data source '&2'; '&1' not configured ?

  The SAP error message DBOSC523 indicates that there is an issue with the configuration of a data source in the SAP system. Specifically, it suggests that the system is unable to find an alias for the specified data source. Here’s a breakdown of the cause, potential solutions, and related information for this error:
  Cause:
  
  Missing Configuration: The data source specified in the error message (&2) does not have an alias configured in the system.
  Incorrect Data Source Name: The data source name might be incorrectly specified or does not exist in the system.
  Transport Issues: If the configuration was recently transported from another system, the alias might not have been included in the transport.
  Authorization Issues: The user may not have the necessary authorizations to access the data source or its alias.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check Data Source Configuration:
  
  Go to the Data Warehousing Workbench (transaction code RSA1) and check the configuration of the data source.
  Ensure that the data source is correctly defined and that an alias is configured for it.
  
  
  
  Create or Update Alias:
  
  If the alias is missing, create a new alias for the data source. This can typically be done in the Data Source settings within RSA1.
  Ensure that the alias points to the correct underlying data source.
  
  
  
  Verify Data Source Name:
  
  Double-check the name of the data source being referenced in the error message. Ensure that it matches the name configured in the system.
  
  
  
  Check Transport Requests:
  
  If the configuration was recently transported, verify that the transport request included all necessary objects, including the alias.
  If not, you may need to manually configure the alias in the target system.
  
  
  
  Authorization Check:
  
  Ensure that the user has the necessary authorizations to access the data source and its alias. This may involve checking roles and authorizations in transaction PFCG.
  
  
  
  System Logs:
  
  Check the system logs (transaction SM21) for any additional error messages or warnings that might provide more context about the issue.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  SAP Notes: Search for relevant SAP Notes in the SAP Support Portal that may address this specific error or provide additional troubleshooting steps.
  Documentation: Review the SAP documentation for data source configuration and alias management to ensure compliance with best practices.
  Community Forums: Consider checking SAP Community forums or other user groups for similar issues and solutions shared by other users.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify and resolve the issue related to the DBOSC523 error message in your SAP system.