How To Fix PK1003 - Extract structure not found or BW not connected

PK1003 - Overview

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: PK1 - Proudction - Kanban - BI Analytics

• Message number: 003

• Message text: Extract structure not found or BW not connected

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message PK1003 - Extract structure not found or BW not connected ?

  The SAP error message PK1003, which states "Extract structure not found or BW not connected," typically occurs in the context of SAP BW (Business Warehouse) when there is an issue with the data extraction process. This error can arise due to several reasons, and here are some common causes, solutions, and related information:
  Causes:
  
  Missing Extract Structure: The extract structure that is supposed to be used for data extraction does not exist in the system.
  Incorrect Configuration: The configuration for the data source or the InfoSource may not be set up correctly.
  BW Connection Issues: There may be connectivity issues between the SAP ERP system and the SAP BW system.
  Authorization Issues: The user may not have the necessary authorizations to access the extract structure or the BW system.
  Transport Issues: If the extract structure was recently transported from another system, it may not have been activated properly.
  
  Solutions:
  
  
  Check Extract Structure:
  
  Verify that the extract structure exists in