How To Fix R8105 - InfoSource &: Missing description in language &

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

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

• Message number: 105

• Message text: InfoSource &: Missing description in language &

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message R8105 - InfoSource &: Missing description in language & ?

  The SAP error message R8105, which states "InfoSource &: Missing description in language &," typically occurs when there is a missing description for an InfoSource in a specific language in the SAP system. This can happen during data extraction processes, especially in the context of SAP BW (Business Warehouse) or when working with data sources in SAP.
  Cause:
  
  Missing Language-Specific Description: The primary cause of this error is that the InfoSource does not have a description defined for the specified language. This can happen if the InfoSource was created or modified without providing a description in all necessary languages.
  Data Model Changes: If there have been recent changes to the data model or InfoSource definitions, it is possible that the descriptions were not updated accordingly.
  Transport Issues: If the InfoSource was transported from one system to another (e.g., from development to production), the language-specific descriptions may not have been included in the transport request.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check InfoSource Definitions:
  
  Go to the InfoSource maintenance transaction (e.g., RSA1 in SAP BW).
  Locate the InfoSource that is causing the error.
  Check the language settings and ensure that a description is provided for the required language.
  
  
  
  Add Missing Descriptions:
  
  If a description is missing, you can add it by editing the InfoSource and providing the necessary text in the appropriate language field.
  
  
  
  Transport Requests:
  
  If the InfoSource was transported, ensure that all relevant language descriptions were included in the transport request. You may need to re-transport or manually add the missing descriptions.
  
  
  
  Check Language Settings:
  
  Ensure that the language settings in your user profile are correct and that you are using a language that is supported by the InfoSource.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Review SAP documentation or notes related to InfoSources and language settings for any additional guidance or known issues.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: RSA1 (Data Warehousing Workbench), RSO2 (Manage InfoSources).
  SAP Notes: Check SAP Notes for any specific issues or patches related to InfoSources and language descriptions.
  User Roles: Ensure that you have the necessary authorizations to modify InfoSource definitions.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the R8105 error and ensure that your InfoSource has the necessary descriptions in all required languages.