How To Fix R8329 - No active DataSource with the HIER type exists in the source system

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

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

• Message number: 329

• Message text: No active DataSource with the HIER type exists in the source system

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message R8329 - No active DataSource with the HIER type exists in the source system ?

  The SAP error message R8329, "No active DataSource with the HIER type exists in the source system," typically occurs when you are trying to extract hierarchical data from a source system, but the required DataSource is not available or not activated.
  Cause:
  
  Missing DataSource: The DataSource that is supposed to provide hierarchical data is not created or does not exist in the source system.
  Inactive DataSource: The DataSource exists but is not activated. Inactive DataSources cannot be used for data extraction.
  Incorrect Source System Configuration: The source system may not be properly configured to expose the required DataSource.
  Transport Issues: If the DataSource was recently transported from another system, it may not have been activated in the target system.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check DataSource Existence:
  
  Go to the source system and check if the DataSource exists. You can do this by navigating to the DataSource maintenance transaction (e.g., RSA1 in the source system).
  Look for the DataSource with the HIER type.
  
  
  
  Activate the DataSource:
  
  If the DataSource exists but is inactive, activate it. You can do this in the DataSource maintenance screen by selecting the DataSource and choosing the activation option.
  
  
  
  Create the DataSource:
  
  If the DataSource does not exist, you may need to create it. This can involve defining the structure and mapping of the hierarchical data you want to extract.
  
  
  
  Check Source System Configuration:
  
  Ensure that the source system is correctly configured to expose the DataSource. This may involve checking settings in the source system's configuration.
  
  
  
  Transport Issues:
  
  If the DataSource was recently transported, ensure that all necessary objects were transported and activated in the target system.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Refer to SAP documentation or notes related to the specific DataSource you are working with for any additional configuration steps or requirements.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: 
  
  RSA1: Data Warehousing Workbench
  RSO2: DataSource Maintenance
  
  
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that might address known issues or provide additional guidance related to the specific DataSource or error message.
  Hierarchical Data: Understand the structure and requirements of the hierarchical data you are trying to extract, as this may influence how you set up or configure the DataSource.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the R8329 error and successfully extract the required hierarchical data from the source system.