How To Fix R8372 - DataSource does not support data transfer method "PSA"

R8372 - Overview

• Message type: E = Error

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

• Message number: 372

• Message text: DataSource does not support data transfer method "PSA"

What causes this issue?

This DataSource is set so that data should only be transferred to BI
using an IDoc (transfer method: <LS>IDoc Only</>). Therefore the
DataSource can only be used in restricted form in BI. You cannot use
this DataSource with new metadata objects.

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?

Where possible, choose a transfer method that supports the loading of
data to the PSA (<LS>PSA or IDoc</> or <LS>PSA</>).

Procedure for System Administrators

This technical property is stored in table ROOSOURCE in field TFMETHODS.
For hierarchies, TFMETHODS = ' ' is interpreted as <LS>IDoc Only</>.
This property can be maintained in transaction RSA2 by choosing
<PF>Hierarchy Info</>.

Error message extract from SAP system. Copyright SAP SE.

Smart SAP Assistant

• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message R8372 - DataSource does not support data transfer method "PSA" ?

  The SAP error message R8372 indicates that the DataSource you are trying to use does not support the data transfer method "PSA" (Persistent Staging Area). This typically occurs when you are attempting to load data into an InfoProvider using a DataSource that is not configured to use the PSA method.
  
  Cause:
  
  DataSource Configuration: The DataSource may not be set up to support the PSA method. This can happen if the DataSource is designed for direct extraction or if it is a non-PSA DataSource.
  DataSource Type: Some DataSources, especially those that are based on certain types of extraction (like certain types of flat file or direct extraction from a source system), may not support the PSA.
  Version Compatibility: There may be compatibility issues with the version of SAP you are using, or the DataSource may not be compatible with the current setup.
  
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check DataSource Settings: 
  
  Go to the DataSource in the SAP BW system and check