How To Fix RD011 - The short text for the DataSource needs to be maintained

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: RD - CO-PA Connection to SAP BW

• Message number: 011

• Message text: The short text for the DataSource needs to be maintained

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message RD011 - The short text for the DataSource needs to be maintained ?

  The SAP error message RD011, which states "The short text for the DataSource needs to be maintained," typically occurs when a DataSource in SAP is missing a short description or text. This can happen during the configuration of DataSources in SAP BW (Business Warehouse) or when working with SAP Data Services.
  Cause:
  The primary cause of this error is that the DataSource has not been properly defined or lacks a short description. Every DataSource in SAP should have a short text that describes its purpose or content. If this text is missing, the system will generate the RD011 error when you attempt to use or activate the DataSource.
  Solution:
  To resolve the RD011 error, you need to maintain the short text for the DataSource. Here are the steps to do this:
  
  
  Access the DataSource Maintenance:
  
  Go to transaction code RSA1 (Data Warehousing Workbench).
  Navigate to the "Modeling" section and find the DataSource that is causing the error.
  
  
  
  Edit the DataSource:
  
  Select the DataSource and choose the option to edit it.
  Look for the field labeled "Short Text" or "Description."
  
  
  
  Maintain the Short Text:
  
  Enter a meaningful short description for the DataSource. This should be a concise text that explains what the DataSource is used for.
  
  
  
  Save Changes:
  
  After entering the short text, save your changes.
  
  
  
  Recheck the DataSource:
  
  After saving, you can try to activate or use the DataSource again to see if the error has been resolved.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  DataSource Definition: A DataSource in SAP BW is a structure that defines how data is extracted from a source system. It can be based on various sources like SAP ERP, flat files, or other databases.
  Transaction Codes:
  
  RSA1: Data Warehousing Workbench
  RSD1: DataSource Maintenance
  
  
  Best Practices: Always ensure that all required fields, including short texts, are filled out when creating or modifying DataSources to avoid such errors in the future.
  Documentation: Refer to SAP Help documentation for more details on DataSource configuration and maintenance.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the RD011 error and ensure that your DataSource is properly configured.