How To Fix DMC_RT_MSG208 - Cannot read data from source system

DMC_RT_MSG208 - Overview

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: DMC_RT_MSG - DMC: Runtime Object Messages

• Message number: 208

• Message text: Cannot read data from source system

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message DMC_RT_MSG208 - Cannot read data from source system ?

  The SAP error message DMC_RT_MSG208: Cannot read data from source system typically occurs in the context of data migration or data replication processes, particularly when using SAP Data Migration Cockpit (DMC) or SAP Landscape Transformation (SLT). This error indicates that the system is unable to retrieve data from the specified source system, which can be due to various reasons.
  Causes:
  
  Connection Issues: There may be network connectivity problems between the source system and the target system.
  Authorization Problems: The user credentials used to access the source system may not have the necessary permissions to read the data.
  Source System Configuration: The source system may not be properly configured to allow data extraction. This could include issues with the data source settings or the data model.
  Data Source Availability: The data source (e.g., a table or view) may not be available or may be locked for maintenance.
  Technical Issues: There could be technical issues such as system