How To Fix RS_B4H_IPRO2ADSO018 - fieldlists of tables &1 and &2 are not equal

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

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

• Message number: 018

• Message text: fieldlists of tables &1 and &2 are not equal

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message RS_B4H_IPRO2ADSO018 - fieldlists of tables &1 and &2 are not equal ?

  The SAP error message RS_B4H_IPRO2ADSO018 indicates that there is a mismatch between the field lists of two tables involved in a data transfer or transformation process, specifically when working with Advanced DataStore Objects (ADSO) in SAP BW/4HANA or SAP BW.
  Cause:
  This error typically occurs in the following scenarios:
  
  Field Mismatch: The structure of the source table (or InfoProvider) does not match the structure of the target table (ADSO). This can happen if fields have been added, removed, or renamed in either table.
  DataSource Changes: If the DataSource or the underlying data model has been modified (e.g., fields added or removed), it can lead to discrepancies.
  Transformation Issues: If there are transformations defined between the source and target that do not align with the current field definitions, this error can occur.
  
  Solution:
  To resolve this error, you can follow these steps:
  
  
  Check Field Definitions:
  
  Compare the field definitions of the two tables (source and target) to identify discrepancies. Ensure that both tables have the same fields with the same data types.
  
  
  
  Update Transformations:
  
  If you are using transformations, ensure that they are updated to reflect any changes in the source or target structures. You may need to adjust the mapping accordingly.
  
  
  
  Re-activate Objects:
  
  After making changes, re-activate the affected objects (e.g., the DataSource, transformations, and the ADSO) to ensure that the changes take effect.
  
  
  
  DataSource Maintenance:
  
  If the DataSource has been modified, ensure that the changes are reflected in the InfoPackage and that the InfoPackage is correctly configured to load data into the ADSO.
  
  
  
  Check for Open Requests:
  
  If there are open requests in the Data Warehouse Workbench, ensure that they are processed correctly and that there are no pending requests that could cause inconsistencies.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Review SAP documentation or notes related to the specific error message for any additional guidance or known issues.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that might address this specific error or provide additional troubleshooting steps.
  SAP Community: Engage with the SAP Community forums to see if other users have encountered similar issues and what solutions they have found.
  Testing: After making changes, perform a test load to verify that the error has been resolved and that data is being transferred correctly.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify and resolve the cause of the RS_B4H_IPRO2ADSO018 error message.