How To Fix R8487 - InfoSource & does not exist

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

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

• Message number: 487

• Message text: InfoSource & does not exist

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message R8487 - InfoSource & does not exist ?

  The SAP error message R8487, which states "InfoSource & does not exist," typically occurs in the context of SAP BW (Business Warehouse) when the system is unable to find a specified InfoSource. An InfoSource is a data structure that is used to extract data from various sources into the SAP BW system.
  Cause:
  
  Non-Existent InfoSource: The specified InfoSource does not exist in the SAP BW system. This could be due to a typo in the InfoSource name or because it has not been created yet.
  Transport Issues: If the InfoSource was recently transported from another system, it may not have been successfully imported or activated in the target system.
  Authorization Issues: The user may not have the necessary authorizations to access the InfoSource, leading to the perception that it does not exist.
  DataSource Configuration: The DataSource that is supposed to feed data into the InfoSource may not be properly configured or may not exist.
  
  Solution:
  
  Check InfoSource Name: Verify that the InfoSource name is correctly spelled and exists in the system. You can do this by navigating to the InfoSource maintenance transaction (e.g., RSA1) and checking the InfoSources listed.
  Create the InfoSource: If the InfoSource does not exist, you may need to create it. This can be done in the SAP BW modeling tools.
  Transport Check: If the InfoSource was supposed to be transported from another system, check the transport logs to ensure it was successfully imported. If not, you may need to re-transport it.
  Authorization Check: Ensure that the user has the necessary authorizations to access the InfoSource. This may involve checking roles and authorizations in the user profile.
  DataSource Configuration: Verify that the DataSource associated with the InfoSource is correctly configured and active. Check the settings in the DataSource maintenance transaction (e.g., RSA1) to ensure it is set up properly.
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Common transaction codes related to InfoSources include RSA1 (Data Warehousing Workbench), RSO2 (Maintain DataSource), and RSO3 (Display DataSource).
  Documentation: Refer to SAP Help documentation for detailed information on InfoSources and their configuration.
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that may address specific issues related to InfoSources and error R8487.
  
  If the issue persists after following these steps, it may be beneficial to consult with your SAP Basis or BW team for further investigation.