How To Fix RD033 - The DataSource is defined for another operating concern

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

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

• Message number: 033

• Message text: The DataSource is defined for another operating concern

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message RD033 - The DataSource is defined for another operating concern ?

  The SAP error message RD033, which states "The DataSource is defined for another operating concern," typically occurs in the context of SAP BW (Business Warehouse) when there is a mismatch between the operating concern defined in the DataSource and the one that is being used in the InfoSource or InfoProvider.
  Cause:
  
  Mismatch of Operating Concerns: The DataSource is linked to a specific operating concern, and if you try to use it in a context (like an InfoSource or InfoProvider) that is associated with a different operating concern, this error will occur.
  Configuration Issues: The DataSource may have been incorrectly configured or assigned to the wrong operating concern during setup.
  Transport Issues: If the DataSource was transported from one system to another, it might not have been properly aligned with the operating concerns in the target system.
  
  Solution:
  
  Check Operating Concerns: Verify the operating concern assigned to the DataSource and ensure it matches the operating concern of the InfoSource or InfoProvider you are trying to use it with.
  
  You can check the operating concern in the DataSource settings in the SAP BW system.
  
  
  Adjust DataSource Configuration: If the DataSource is indeed meant to be used with the current operating concern, you may need to reconfigure it to align with the correct operating concern.
  Create a New DataSource: If the DataSource is inherently tied to a different operating concern and cannot be changed, consider creating a new DataSource that is correctly configured for the desired operating concern.
  Transport Considerations: If the issue arose after a transport, ensure that all related objects (like InfoObjects, InfoSources, etc.) are also transported correctly and are consistent with the operating concern.
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: You can use transaction codes like RSA1 (Data Warehousing Workbench) to manage DataSources and InfoProviders.
  Documentation: Refer to SAP Help documentation for detailed information on DataSource configuration and operating concerns.
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that might address specific issues or provide patches related to this error message.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the RD033 error and ensure that your DataSource is correctly aligned with the intended operating concern.