How To Fix LTR2_ES_CHECK196 - Source table name of parameter '&1' differs in ES and in RAS

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: LTR2_ES_CHECK - LTR2 Checks on Embedded Specification

• Message number: 196

• Message text: Source table name of parameter '&1' differs in ES and in RAS

What causes this issue?

Source table name of parameter &V1& differs in embedded specification
and in rule assignment set:
In ES: &V2&
In RAS: &V3&

System Response

The system issues an error message and will not allow you to continue with this transaction until the error is resolved.

How to fix this error?

Procedure for System Administrators

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message LTR2_ES_CHECK196 - Source table name of parameter '&1' differs in ES and in RAS ?

  The SAP error message LTR2_ES_CHECK196 indicates that there is a discrepancy between the source table name of a parameter in the Extraction Structure (ES) and the corresponding table in the Reporting Application Server (RAS). This typically occurs during the data extraction process, particularly when working with SAP BW (Business Warehouse) or SAP Data Services.
  Cause:
  The error is usually caused by one of the following issues:
  
  Inconsistent Metadata: The metadata definitions for the extraction structure and the reporting application server are not aligned. This can happen if changes were made to the data model or if there were updates to the source system that were not reflected in the BW system.
  Incorrect Configuration: The configuration settings for the data source or the extraction process may be incorrect, leading to mismatches in the expected source table names.
  Transport Issues: If changes were transported from one system to another (e.g., from development to production), there may have been issues during the transport that caused inconsistencies.
  
  Solution:
  To resolve the error, you can follow these steps:
  
  
  Check Metadata Consistency:
  
  Verify that the source table names in the Extraction Structure (ES) and the Reporting Application Server (RAS) are consistent. You can do this by comparing the definitions in the Data Dictionary (SE11) or the relevant transaction codes for data sources.
  
  
  
  Re-activate the Data Source:
  
  If you find inconsistencies, you may need to re-activate the data source in the BW system. This can be done using transaction RSA1:
  
  Navigate to the Data Sources section.
  Find the relevant data source and right-click to select "Activate".
  
  
  
  
  
  Check for Transport Issues:
  
  If the issue arose after a transport, check the transport logs for any errors or warnings that might indicate problems with the metadata.
  
  
  
  Adjust Configuration:
  
  Review the configuration settings for the data source in the BW system. Ensure that all settings are correct and that they match the source system.
  
  
  
  Consult SAP Notes:
  
  Look for any relevant SAP Notes that might address this specific error. SAP frequently updates its knowledge base with solutions for common issues.
  
  
  
  Testing:
  
  After making the necessary adjustments, perform a test extraction to ensure that the error has been resolved.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: 
  
  RSA1: Data Warehousing Workbench
  SE11: Data Dictionary
  RSA3: Test Data Extraction
  
  
  SAP BW Documentation: Review the official SAP documentation for BW data extraction processes for more detailed guidance.
  SAP Community: Engage with the SAP Community forums for insights from other users who may have encountered similar issues.
  
  If the problem persists after following these steps, consider reaching out to SAP support for further assistance.