How To Fix R8257 - DataSource &1 has an invalid object version &2

R8257 - Overview

• Message type: E = Error

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

• Message number: 257

• Message text: DataSource &1 has an invalid object version &2

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message R8257 - DataSource &1 has an invalid object version &2 ?

  The SAP error message R8257 indicates that there is an issue with the version of a DataSource in the SAP system. Specifically, it means that the DataSource you are trying to use has an invalid object version. This can occur in various scenarios, particularly when working with SAP BW (Business Warehouse) or SAP Data Services.
  
  Cause:
  
  Version Mismatch: The DataSource may have been modified or updated, and the version you are trying to access is no longer valid.
  Transport Issues: If the DataSource was transported from one system to another (e.g., from development to production), there may have been issues during the transport process that led to an invalid version.
  Deletion or Deactivation: The DataSource might have been deleted or deactivated in the system, leading to the error when trying to access it.
  Inconsistent Metadata: There may be inconsistencies in the metadata of the DataSource, possibly due to manual changes or system errors.
  
  
  Solution:
  
  Check DataSource Version: