How To Fix RD020 - DataSource &1 was deleted in the source System

RD020 - Overview

• Message type: E = Error

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

• Message number: 020

• Message text: DataSource &1 was deleted in the source System

What causes this issue?

DataSource &V1& was deleted in the source system.

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?

As necessary, you may have to delete the SAP BW portions of the
DataSource separately. Use the transaktion RSA2 in the source system and
the functions of the Administrators Workbench in SAP BW.

Error message extract from SAP system. Copyright SAP SE.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message RD020 - DataSource &1 was deleted in the source System ?

  The SAP error message RD020 indicates that a DataSource has been deleted in the source system, which means that the system can no longer find the DataSource that is expected to be available for data extraction. This can occur in various scenarios, such as when a DataSource is removed or deactivated in the source system (like an SAP ERP system) but is still referenced in the SAP BW (Business Warehouse) system.
  
  Cause:
  
  DataSource Deletion: The DataSource was intentionally deleted or deactivated in the source system.
  Transport Issues: The DataSource might have been transported to another system without the necessary dependencies or configurations.
  System Upgrades: Changes during system upgrades or migrations can lead to the deletion or deactivation of DataSources.
  Configuration Changes: Changes in the configuration of the source system can lead to the DataSource being unavailable.
  
  
  Solution:
  
  Check Source System: Verify in the source system (e.g., SAP ERP) whether the DataSource still exists. You can do this