How To Fix MCBW020 - Specify a transfer structure

MCBW020 - Overview

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: MCBW - Messages for SAP BW Logistics Extraction

• Message number: 020

• Message text: Specify a transfer structure

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message MCBW020 - Specify a transfer structure ?

  The SAP error message MCBW020, which states "Specify a transfer structure," typically occurs in the context of data transfer processes, particularly when working with the SAP BW (Business Warehouse) or SAP BI (Business Intelligence) systems. This error indicates that a transfer structure has not been defined or specified for the data transfer process you are trying to execute.
  
  Cause:
  
  Missing Transfer Structure: The most common cause of this error is that the transfer structure required for the data transfer process has not been defined or is not assigned to the data source.
  Incorrect Configuration: There may be an issue with the configuration of the data source or the data transfer process itself.
  Data Source Issues: The data source from which you are trying to transfer data may not be properly set up or may not have a corresponding transfer structure.
  
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Define a Transfer Structure:
  
  Go to the Data Warehousing Workbench (transaction code RSA1).
  Navigate to the relevant