How To Fix GR167 - Data source changed in reselection setting

SAP Error Message - Details

• 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 in the SAP BW system. Ensure that the data source is correctly set up and that it matches the expected structure.
  Update InfoPackage: Open the InfoPackage that is causing the error and check the data source settings. If the data source has changed, update the InfoPackage to reflect the new data source.
  Adjust Reselection Settings: Review the reselection settings in the InfoPackage. Make sure they are appropriate for the current data source. You may need to adjust the settings to ensure they align with the new data source.
  Recreate InfoPackage: If the issue persists, consider recreating the InfoPackage from scratch, ensuring that it is linked to the correct and updated data source.
  Check for Transport Issues: If the data source change was part of a transport request, ensure that all related objects were transported correctly and that there are no inconsistencies in the target system.
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: You can use transaction codes like RSA1 (Data Warehousing Workbench) to manage data sources and InfoPackages.
  Logs and Traces: Check the logs for the data load process to get more details about the error. You can use transaction codes like SLG1 (Application Log) to view logs related to the data load.
  Documentation: Refer to SAP documentation or help resources for more detailed guidance on managing data sources and InfoPackages in SAP BW/BI.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the GR167 error and ensure that your data loading processes run smoothly.