How To Fix DTINF218 - Collection from other sources failed

DTINF218 - Overview

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: DTINF - Information Retrieval Framework texts

• Message number: 218

• Message text: Collection from other sources failed

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message DTINF218 - Collection from other sources failed ?

  The SAP error message DTINF218, which states "Collection from other sources failed," typically occurs in the context of data extraction or data transfer processes, particularly when using SAP Data Services or SAP BW (Business Warehouse). This error indicates that the system encountered an issue while trying to collect data from external sources.
  Causes:
  
  Connectivity Issues: There may be network problems or connectivity issues between the SAP system and the external data source.
  Source System Unavailability: The external data source might be down or not accessible at the time of the data collection.
  Configuration Errors: Incorrect configuration settings in the data extraction process or in the connection to the external source can lead to this error.
  Authorization Issues: The user or service account may not have the necessary permissions to access the external data source.
  Data Format Issues: The data being collected may not be in the expected format, leading to parsing or transformation errors.
  Resource Limitations: Insufficient