How To Fix R3114 - Source system release & is not compatible with extractor release &

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: R3 - Service API messages

• Message number: 114

• Message text: Source system release & is not compatible with extractor release &

What causes this issue?

Differing releases were established when attempting to create the
transfer structure in source system &V3&.
Your source system is release &V1&. Your SAP Business Information
Warehouse extractor has release &V2&.
This combination is not catered for and can lead to serious errors.

System Response

The transfer structure generation in source system &V3& is not carried
out.

How to fix this error?

Contact your system administration with this error.

Procedure for System Administrators

Install the extraction component of the SAP Business Information
Warehouse (BI-WX) that is suitable for the source system release.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message R3114 - Source system release & is not compatible with extractor release & ?

  The SAP error message R3114 indicates that there is a compatibility issue between the source system and the extractor release. This typically occurs in the context of SAP Data Warehousing or SAP BW (Business Warehouse) when trying to extract data from a source system (like an SAP ERP system) into a BW system.
  Cause:
  The error arises when the version of the source system (the system from which data is being extracted) is not compatible with the version of the extractor in the BW system. This can happen due to several reasons:
  
  Version Mismatch: The source system and the BW system are running on different versions or releases, and the extractor in the BW system is not designed to work with the version of the source system.
  Missing or Incorrect Extractor: The extractor might not be properly installed or activated in the BW system.
  Upgrade Issues: If either the source system or the BW system has been upgraded, it may lead to compatibility issues if the extractors have not been updated accordingly.
  
  Solution:
  To resolve the R3114 error, you can take the following steps:
  
  
  Check Compatibility: Verify the compatibility between the source system and the BW system. You can refer to SAP Notes or the SAP Help Portal for the compatibility matrix.
  
  
  Update Extractors: If the extractor is outdated, you may need to update it. This can involve:
  
  Activating the latest version of the extractor in the BW system.
  Ensuring that the relevant Business Content is installed and activated.
  
  
  
  Check for Notes: Look for any relevant SAP Notes that might address this specific issue. SAP frequently releases notes that provide fixes or workarounds for known issues.
  
  
  Reconfigure Data Sources: If necessary, you may need to reconfigure the data sources in the BW system to ensure they are aligned with the source system.
  
  
  Consult Documentation: Review the documentation for both the source system and the BW system to ensure that all necessary configurations and settings are in place.
  
  
  Contact SAP Support: If the issue persists after trying the above steps, consider reaching out to SAP Support for further assistance.
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  SAP Notes: Search for specific SAP Notes related to the R3114 error message for detailed guidance and potential fixes.
  SAP Community: Engage with the SAP Community forums where other users may have encountered similar issues and can provide insights or solutions.
  Documentation: Review the official SAP documentation for both the source system and the BW system to understand the requirements and compatibility.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify and resolve the compatibility issue causing the R3114 error.