How To Fix R7B279 - Has to be flagged as InfoSource for remote master data access

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: R7B - BW Metadata (InfoCube, InfoObject, InfoObject catalog)

• Message number: 279

• Message text: Has to be flagged as InfoSource for remote master data access

What causes this issue?

Characteristc &V1& has "Remote" master data access but is not flagged as
an InfoSource.

System Response

Remote access to the master data is not possible.

How to fix this error?

Assign the &V1& characteristic to an application component and flag it
as an InfoSource.

Procedure for System Administrators

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

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message R7B279 - Has to be flagged as InfoSource for remote master data access ?

  The SAP error message R7B279 indicates that a specific InfoSource needs to be flagged for remote master data access. This typically occurs in the context of SAP BW (Business Warehouse) when dealing with master data that is accessed remotely, such as from a source system or another BW system.
  Cause:
  The error arises when the InfoSource that is being used to access master data is not configured correctly to allow remote access. This can happen if:
  
  The InfoSource is not marked as an InfoSource for remote master data access.
  The InfoSource is not properly set up in the BW system to handle remote data requests.
  
  Solution:
  To resolve this error, you need to ensure that the InfoSource is flagged for remote master data access. Here are the steps to do this:
  
  
  Access the InfoSource Configuration:
  
  Go to the SAP BW system.
  Navigate to the InfoSource you are working with. This can typically be done through the Data Warehousing Workbench (transaction code RSA1).
  
  
  
  Edit the InfoSource:
  
  Find the InfoSource in the list and select it.
  Click on the "Change" button to edit the InfoSource.
  
  
  
  Flag for Remote Access:
  
  In the InfoSource properties, look for an option or checkbox that indicates "Remote Master Data Access" or similar wording.
  Check this option to flag the InfoSource for remote access.
  
  
  
  Save Changes:
  
  After making the necessary changes, save the InfoSource configuration.
  
  
  
  Transport Changes (if necessary):
  
  If you are working in a development environment, ensure that the changes are transported to the appropriate environments (e.g., QA, Production) as needed.
  
  
  
  Test the Configuration:
  
  After making the changes, test the InfoSource to ensure that it can now access the remote master data without triggering the error.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Documentation: Refer to SAP Help documentation for detailed information on InfoSources and remote master data access.
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as RSA1 (Data Warehousing Workbench) and RSO2 (InfoSource Maintenance).
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that may provide additional insights or updates related to this error message.
  
  If the issue persists after following these steps, it may be beneficial to consult with your SAP Basis or BW team for further investigation, as there may be additional configuration or authorization issues at play.