How To Fix RD146 - DataSource &1 is defined in a different client

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

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

• Message number: 146

• Message text: DataSource &1 is defined in a different client

What causes this issue?

DataSources from Profitability Analysis can only be used in one client
since the information for the delta process must be saved client
specifically.

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?

If you want to extract data from several clients in one operating
concern, you have to create a CO-PA DataSource for each client.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message RD146 - DataSource &1 is defined in a different client ?

  The SAP error message RD146 indicates that a DataSource is defined in a different client than the one you are currently working in. This typically occurs when you attempt to use or access a DataSource that is not available in the current client context.
  
  Cause:
  
  Client-Specific Configuration: In SAP, DataSources can be client-specific, meaning they are defined and configured for a specific client. If you try to access a DataSource that is defined in another client, you will encounter this error.
  Transport Issues: If the DataSource was transported from one client to another, it may not have been properly configured or activated in the target client.
  Development and Production Environment: Often, DataSources are created in a development client and need to be transported to a production client. If this process is not completed, you may see this error.
  
  
  Solution:
  
  Check Client Configuration: Verify that you are in the correct client where the DataSource is defined. You