How To Fix RS_B4H_IPRO2ADSO016 - could not determine fieldlist of table &1

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: RS_B4H_IPRO2ADSO - bring data from old infoproviders to ADSOs

• Message number: 016

• Message text: could not determine fieldlist of table &1

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message RS_B4H_IPRO2ADSO016 - could not determine fieldlist of table &1 ?

  The SAP error message RS_B4H_IPRO2ADSO016 indicates that the system could not determine the field list of a specified table (denoted by &1). This error typically occurs in the context of SAP BW (Business Warehouse) or SAP HANA when there is an issue with the data source or the structure of the InfoProvider.
  Causes:
  
  Missing or Incorrect Table Definition: The table referenced in the error message may not be defined correctly in the system, or it may not exist.
  Data Source Issues: The data source from which the table is supposed to pull data may be misconfigured or not activated.
  Authorization Issues: The user executing the query may not have the necessary authorizations to access the table or its fields.
  Transport Issues: If the table was recently transported from another system, there may be inconsistencies or missing objects.
  Field Mappings: There may be issues with field mappings in the InfoObject or InfoProvider that prevent the system from determining the field list.
  
  Solutions:
  
  Check Table Existence: Verify that the table referenced in the error message exists in the system. You can do this by using transaction codes like SE11 (Data Dictionary) to check the table definition.
  Activate Data Source: If the data source is not activated, activate it in the Data Warehousing Workbench (transaction RSA1).
  Review Authorizations: Ensure that the user has the necessary authorizations to access the table and its fields. You can check this using transaction SU53 to analyze authorization issues.
  Check Transport Logs: If the table was recently transported, check the transport logs for any errors or inconsistencies.
  Field Mapping Review: Review the field mappings in the InfoObject or InfoProvider to ensure they are correctly defined and that all required fields are included.
  Rebuild the InfoProvider: In some cases, it may be necessary to rebuild the InfoProvider or re-create the data model to resolve structural issues.
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as RSA1 (Data Warehousing Workbench), SE11 (Data Dictionary), and SU53 (Authorization Check).
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that may address this specific error or provide additional troubleshooting steps.
  Documentation: Review SAP documentation related to InfoProviders and data sources for best practices and configuration guidelines.
  
  If the issue persists after trying the above solutions, consider reaching out to your SAP Basis or BW team for further assistance, as they may have more insights into the specific configuration of your system.