How To Fix REP_EAPS_SK_MSG008 - No source identification for section ID '&1' found

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: REP_EAPS_SK_MSG - PS-SK Reports

• Message number: 008

• Message text: No source identification for section ID '&1' found

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message REP_EAPS_SK_MSG008 - No source identification for section ID '&1' found ?

  The SAP error message REP_EAPS_SK_MSG008 indicates that there is no source identification for a specific section ID in the context of a report or data extraction process. This error typically arises in the context of SAP's reporting tools, such as SAP BW (Business Warehouse) or SAP Analytics.
  Cause:
  
  Missing Configuration: The section ID referenced in the error message may not be properly configured in the system. This could be due to missing entries in the relevant tables or settings.
  Data Model Issues: The data model may not have been set up correctly, leading to a lack of source identification for the specified section.
  Transport Issues: If the configuration was recently transported from another system, there may have been issues during the transport process that resulted in missing or incomplete data.
  Authorization Issues: The user may not have the necessary authorizations to access the data related to the specified section ID.
  
  Solution:
  
  Check Configuration: Verify that the section ID exists in the relevant configuration settings. This may involve checking the data source settings, InfoObjects, or other related configurations in SAP BW.
  Review Data Model: Ensure that the data model is correctly set up and that all necessary components are in place. This may include checking InfoProviders, queries, and data sources.
  Transport Validation: If the issue arose after a transport, check the transport logs for any errors or warnings. Ensure that all necessary objects were transported correctly.
  Authorization Check: Confirm that the user executing the report has the appropriate authorizations to access the data associated with the section ID.
  Consult Documentation: Refer to SAP documentation or notes related to the specific error message for additional troubleshooting steps or patches that may address the issue.
  
  Related Information:
  
  SAP Notes: Search for SAP Notes related to the error message REP_EAPS_SK_MSG008 in the SAP Support Portal. There may be specific notes that provide guidance or fixes for this issue.
  SAP Community: Engage with the SAP Community forums to see if other users have encountered similar issues and what solutions they have found.
  Debugging: If you have access to the development environment, consider debugging the report or process to identify where the failure occurs and gather more context about the missing source identification.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the root cause of the error and implement a solution to resolve it.