How To Fix RJ002 - DataSource & is not defined in the source system

RJ002 - Overview

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: RJ - BW Extractor Handling Message Class

• Message number: 002

• Message text: DataSource & is not defined in the source system

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message RJ002 - DataSource & is not defined in the source system ?

  The SAP error message RJ002 indicates that a specific DataSource is not defined in the source system. This error typically occurs in the context of SAP BW (Business Warehouse) or SAP Data Services when trying to extract data from a source system, such as an SAP ERP system or another database.
  
  Cause:
  
  DataSource Not Created: The DataSource you are trying to access has not been created in the source system.
  Incorrect DataSource Name: There may be a typo or incorrect naming in the DataSource name you are trying to use.
  Transport Issues: If the DataSource was recently transported from another system, it may not have been activated or properly configured in the target system.
  Authorization Issues: The user may not have the necessary authorizations to access the DataSource.
  Source System Configuration: The source system may not be properly configured to allow data extraction.
  
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check DataSource Definition:
  
  Go to the source system (e.g., SAP ERP) and check if the