How To Fix GR167 - Data source changed in reselection setting

GR167 - Overview

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: GR - Report Writer

• Message number: 167

• Message text: Data source changed in reselection setting

What causes this issue?

The report created below is to be saved as an extract. However, the
"Display extract" setting you made previously for the data source is
not advisable in this case, because only reports that reselect data
from the database should be stored as extracts.

System Response

The setting for the report data source is changed to "Reselect".

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message GR167 - Data source changed in reselection setting ?

  The SAP error message GR167, which states "Data source changed in reselection setting," typically occurs in the context of SAP BW (Business Warehouse) or SAP BI (Business Intelligence) when there is a mismatch or inconsistency in the data source settings for a particular InfoPackage or data load process.
  
  Cause:
  
  Data Source Change: The error usually arises when the data source for an InfoPackage has been changed after the initial configuration. This can happen if the data source was modified, or if a new data source was created and linked to the InfoPackage.
  Reselection Settings: The reselection settings in the InfoPackage may not align with the current data source configuration. This can lead to inconsistencies when trying to load data.
  Data Source Versioning: If the data source has been updated or versioned, the InfoPackage may still be pointing to an older version, causing the error.
  
  
  Solution:
  
  Check Data Source Configuration: Verify the configuration of the data source