How To Fix RODPS_REPL518 - Source &1 not found, not released or not authorized

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: RODPS_REPL - Messages for the ETL Interface

• Message number: 518

• Message text: Source &1 not found, not released or not authorized

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message RODPS_REPL518 - Source &1 not found, not released or not authorized ?

  The SAP error message RODPS_REPL518 indicates that a source (such as a data source or a replication object) is not found, not released, or not authorized for the operation you are trying to perform. This error typically occurs in the context of SAP Data Services or SAP Landscape Transformation (SLT) when trying to replicate or access data.
  Causes:
  
  Source Not Found: The specified source object (like a table or view) does not exist in the system.
  Not Released: The source object has not been released for use in the replication process. In SAP, objects often need to be activated or released before they can be used.
  Not Authorized: The user executing the operation does not have the necessary authorizations to access the source object.
  
  Solutions:
  
  
  Verify Source Existence:
  
  Check if the source object (table, view, etc.) exists in the database. You can do this by querying the database directly or using transaction codes like SE11 (Data Dictionary) in SAP.
  
  
  
  Release the Source Object:
  
  If the source object is not released, you may need to activate or release it. This can typically be done in the Data Services or SLT configuration settings. Ensure that the object is properly configured and activated.
  
  
  
  Check Authorizations:
  
  Ensure that the user executing the operation has the necessary authorizations. You can check user roles and authorizations using transaction code SU01 (User Maintenance) or SU53 (Authorization Check).
  
  
  
  Review Configuration:
  
  If you are using SLT, check the configuration settings in the SLT configuration transaction (e.g., LTRC) to ensure that the source system is correctly set up and that the replication settings are properly configured.
  
  
  
  Check Logs:
  
  Review the logs for more detailed error messages. This can provide additional context on why the source is not found or authorized.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Refer to SAP documentation or support notes related to the specific version of SAP you are using. There may be known issues or additional steps required for your specific scenario.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: 
  
  SE11: Data Dictionary
  SU01: User Maintenance
  SU53: Authorization Check
  LTRC: SLT Configuration
  
  
  SAP Notes: Search for relevant SAP Notes in the SAP Support Portal that may address this specific error message or provide additional troubleshooting steps.
  SAP Community: Consider checking or posting in the SAP Community forums for insights from other users who may have encountered similar issues.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the cause of the RODPS_REPL518 error and implement a solution.