How To Fix RD202 - DataSource &1 does not exist

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

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

• Message number: 202

• Message text: DataSource &1 does not exist

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message RD202 - DataSource &1 does not exist ?

  The SAP error message RD202, which states "DataSource &1 does not exist," typically occurs when a DataSource that is being referenced in a process (such as data extraction or loading) is not found in the system. This can happen for several reasons, and here are some common causes, solutions, and related information:
  Causes:
  
  DataSource Not Created: The DataSource has not been created in the SAP system.
  Incorrect DataSource Name: There may be a typo or incorrect reference to the DataSource name in the process.
  DataSource Deactivated: The DataSource might be deactivated or not activated properly.
  Transport Issues: If the DataSource was transported from another system, it may not have been transported correctly.
  Authorization Issues: The user may not have the necessary authorizations to access the DataSource.
  System Configuration: The DataSource may not be configured correctly in the system.
  
  Solutions:
  
  
  Check DataSource Existence:
  
  Go to transaction code RSA1 (Data Warehousing Workbench) and navigate to the DataSources section to verify if the DataSource exists.
  If it does not exist, you may need to create it.
  
  
  
  Verify DataSource Name:
  
  Double-check the name of the DataSource being referenced in your process to ensure it is correct.
  
  
  
  Activate DataSource:
  
  If the DataSource exists but is not activated, activate it in the Data Warehousing Workbench.
  
  
  
  Transport DataSource:
  
  If the DataSource was supposed to be transported from another system, check the transport logs to ensure it was transported successfully.
  
  
  
  Check Authorizations:
  
  Ensure that the user executing the process has the necessary authorizations to access the DataSource.
  
  
  
  Review System Configuration:
  
  Check the configuration settings for the DataSource to ensure it is set up correctly.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  
  Transaction Codes:
  
  RSA1: Data Warehousing Workbench
  RSD1: DataSource Maintenance
  RSPC: Process Chain Maintenance (if the error occurs in a process chain)
  
  
  
  SAP Notes: Check SAP Notes for any known issues or patches related to the specific DataSource or error message.
  
  
  Documentation: Refer to SAP documentation for detailed information on DataSource creation and management.
  
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the cause of the RD202 error and implement the appropriate solution. If the issue persists, consider reaching out to your SAP Basis or technical team for further assistance.