How To Fix R8046 - No unique short name for DataSource &1

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: R8 - Messages from the meta data generation

• Message number: 046

• Message text: No unique short name for DataSource &1

What causes this issue?

You have to specify a short name for DataSource &V1&. No clear short
name has been defined.
The short name can have a maximum length of 19 characters and is
required, for example, for creating a clear queue name for the delta
update.

System Response

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

How to fix this error?

Contact SAP Support.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message R8046 - No unique short name for DataSource &1 ?

  The SAP error message R8046 "No unique short name for DataSource &1" typically occurs when there is a conflict or ambiguity in the naming of a DataSource in the SAP system. This can happen when multiple DataSources share the same short name or when the system is unable to determine a unique identifier for the DataSource.
  Cause:
  
  Duplicate Short Names: The most common cause is that there are multiple DataSources with the same short name in the system.
  Incorrect Configuration: The DataSource may not be configured correctly, leading to issues in identifying it uniquely.
  Transport Issues: If DataSources were transported from one system to another, there might be conflicts in naming conventions or existing DataSources.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check for Duplicates:
  
  Go to the DataSource maintenance transaction (e.g., RSA1) and check if there are multiple DataSources with the same short name.
  If duplicates are found, you may need to rename or delete the conflicting DataSources.
  
  
  
  Rename DataSource:
  
  If you have identified a duplicate, consider renaming one of the DataSources to ensure that each has a unique short name.
  
  
  
  Review Configuration:
  
  Ensure that the DataSource is configured correctly. Check the settings and parameters to confirm that they are set up as intended.
  
  
  
  Transport Management:
  
  If the issue arose after a transport, review the transport logs and ensure that the DataSource was transported correctly without conflicts.
  
  
  
  Check Naming Conventions:
  
  Ensure that the naming conventions used for DataSources are consistent and do not lead to ambiguity.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Refer to SAP documentation or notes related to DataSource management for any specific guidelines or updates that may address this issue.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: RSA1 (Data Warehousing Workbench), RSA3 (DataSource Test), and RSO2 (DataSource Maintenance).
  SAP Notes: Check SAP Notes for any known issues or patches related to DataSource management.
  Support: If the issue persists, consider reaching out to SAP support for further assistance, providing them with details of the error and the steps you have taken.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the error message R8046 and ensure that your DataSources are uniquely identifiable within the SAP system.