How To Fix R8117 - InfoSource &: Missing entry in table ROISIOBJ

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

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

• Message number: 117

• Message text: InfoSource &: Missing entry in table ROISIOBJ

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message R8117 - InfoSource &: Missing entry in table ROISIOBJ ?

  The SAP error message R8117, which states "InfoSource &: Missing entry in table ROISIOBJ," typically occurs in the context of SAP BW (Business Warehouse) when there is an issue with the InfoSource configuration. This error indicates that the system is unable to find a corresponding entry in the ROISIOBJ table for the specified InfoSource.
  Cause:
  
  Missing Entry: The most common cause of this error is that the InfoSource you are trying to use does not have a corresponding entry in the ROISIOBJ table. This can happen if the InfoSource was not properly activated or created.
  Transport Issues: If the InfoSource was transported from another system, it may not have been transported correctly, leading to missing entries.
  Data Model Changes: Changes in the data model or InfoSource configuration that were not properly reflected in the BW system can also lead to this error.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check InfoSource Configuration:
  
  Go to the InfoSource in the SAP BW system and ensure that it is correctly configured.
  Make sure that the InfoSource is activated. You can do this in the SAP BW modeling tools.
  
  
  
  Check ROISIOBJ Table:
  
  Use transaction SE11 (Data Dictionary) to view the ROISIOBJ table.
  Check if the entry for the specific InfoSource exists. If it does not, you may need to create it manually or re-activate the InfoSource.
  
  
  
  Re-activate the InfoSource:
  
  If the InfoSource is not activated, you can activate it again using the Data Warehousing Workbench (transaction RSA1).
  Navigate to the InfoSource, right-click, and select "Activate."
  
  
  
  Transport Issues:
  
  If the InfoSource was transported, check the transport logs to ensure that all necessary objects were included in the transport request.
  If necessary, re-transport the InfoSource and related objects.
  
  
  
  Check for Dependencies:
  
  Ensure that all dependent objects (like DataSources, InfoObjects, etc.) are also correctly configured and activated.
  
  
  
  Consult SAP Notes:
  
  Check the SAP Support Portal for any relevant SAP Notes that may address this specific error or provide additional troubleshooting steps.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes:
  
  RSA1: Data Warehousing Workbench
  SE11: Data Dictionary
  SE80: Object Navigator
  
  
  Documentation: Refer to SAP BW documentation for detailed information on InfoSources and their configuration.
  SAP Community: Engage with the SAP Community forums for insights from other users who may have encountered similar issues.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the R8117 error and ensure that your InfoSource is correctly configured in the SAP BW system.