How To Fix RD013 - The long 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: 013

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

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message RD013 - The long text for the DataSource needs to be maintained ?

  The SAP error message RD013, which states "The long text for the DataSource needs to be maintained," typically occurs when a DataSource in SAP is missing a long text description. This long text is often used to provide additional information about the DataSource, and its absence can lead to issues in data extraction or reporting.
  Cause:
  The primary cause of this error is that the long text for the specified DataSource has not been maintained in the system. This can happen for various reasons, such as:
  
  The DataSource was created without a long text description.
  The long text was deleted or not properly configured during the DataSource setup.
  There may be inconsistencies or errors in the DataSource configuration.
  
  Solution:
  To resolve the RD013 error, you need to maintain the long text for the DataSource. Here are the steps to do this:
  
  
  Access the DataSource:
  
  Go to the SAP GUI and enter transaction code RSA1 to access the Data Warehousing Workbench.
  
  
  
  Navigate to the DataSource:
  
  In the Data Warehousing Workbench, navigate to the relevant DataSource. This can typically be found under the "Data Sources" section.
  
  
  
  Edit the DataSource:
  
  Select the DataSource that is causing the error and choose the option to edit it.
  
  
  
  Maintain Long Text:
  
  Look for the option to maintain the long text. This is usually found in the "Attributes" or "Texts" tab of the DataSource.
  Enter the required long text description that provides meaningful information about the DataSource.
  
  
  
  Save Changes:
  
  After entering the long text, save your changes.
  
  
  
  Check for Errors:
  
  After maintaining the long text, check if the error persists by trying to execute the DataSource or related processes again.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  DataSource: A DataSource in SAP is a structure that defines how data is extracted from a source system (like an SAP ERP system) into a target system (like SAP BW).
  Long Text Maintenance: Maintaining long text is important for documentation and clarity, especially in complex systems where multiple DataSources are used.
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as RSA1 (Data Warehousing Workbench) and RSD1 (InfoObject maintenance) for managing DataSources and InfoObjects.
  
  If the issue persists after maintaining the long text, it may be necessary to check for other configuration issues or consult SAP support for further assistance.