How To Fix M+049 - Incorrect DataSource &1 for info structure &2

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: M+ -

• Message number: 049

• Message text: Incorrect DataSource &1 for info structure &2

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message M+049 - Incorrect DataSource &1 for info structure &2 ?

  The SAP error message M+049 "Incorrect DataSource &1 for info structure &2" typically occurs in the context of SAP's Logistics Information System (LIS) or when working with data extraction and reporting. This error indicates that there is a mismatch or an issue with the DataSource being used for a specific Info Structure.
  Cause:
  
  
  Incorrect DataSource Assignment: The DataSource specified in the error message (&1) is not correctly assigned to the Info Structure (&2). This could happen if the DataSource is not compatible with the Info Structure or if it has not been properly configured.
  
  
  DataSource Not Active: The DataSource may not be active or may not have been generated correctly in the system.
  
  
  Configuration Issues: There may be configuration issues in the Info Structure or the DataSource that prevent them from working together.
  
  
  Transport Issues: If the DataSource was transported from another system, it may not have been set up correctly in the target system.
  
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check DataSource Configuration:
  
  Go to the DataSource configuration in the SAP system (transaction code RSA1 for Data Warehousing Workbench).
  Verify that the DataSource is correctly defined and active.
  
  
  
  Verify Info Structure Assignment:
  
  Check the assignment of the DataSource to the Info Structure. This can be done in the Info Structure configuration (transaction code SIS or OMI1).
  Ensure that the DataSource is compatible with the Info Structure.
  
  
  
  Activate DataSource:
  
  If the DataSource is not active, activate it. You can do this in the DataSource maintenance area.
  
  
  
  Check for Transport Issues:
  
  If the DataSource was transported, ensure that all necessary objects and configurations were included in the transport request.
  
  
  
  Re-generate DataSource:
  
  If necessary, you can try to regenerate the DataSource to ensure that it is correctly set up.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Review SAP documentation or notes related to the specific DataSource and Info Structure for any known issues or additional configuration steps.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  
  Transaction Codes:
  
  RSA1: Data Warehousing Workbench
  OMI1: Info Structure Configuration
  SIS: Logistics Information System
  
  
  
  SAP Notes: Check SAP Notes for any specific issues related to the DataSource and Info Structure you are working with. You can search for relevant notes in the SAP Support Portal.
  
  
  SAP Community: Consider searching or posting in the SAP Community forums for additional insights from other users who may have encountered similar issues.
  
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify and resolve the cause of the M+049 error in your SAP system.