How To Fix RS_B4H_PREPARE_APD027 - Unsupported objects exists in APD. Conversion will not be possible.

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: RS_B4H_PREPARE_APD - Message class for APD transfer prepare package

• Message number: 027

• Message text: Unsupported objects exists in APD. Conversion will not be possible.

What causes this issue?

If unsupported objects do exist in APD conversion is not possible.
Currently tool does not support partial creation of appropriate Data
Flow.

The system issues an error message and will not allow you to continue with this transaction until the error is resolved.

Error message extract from SAP system. Copyright SAP SE.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message RS_B4H_PREPARE_APD027 - Unsupported objects exists in APD. Conversion will not be possible. ?

  The SAP error message RS_B4H_PREPARE_APD027 indicates that there are unsupported objects in an Analysis Process Designer (APD) process, which prevents the conversion of the process. This error typically arises when the APD contains objects or settings that are not compatible with the current version of SAP BW or the specific APD configuration.
  Causes:
  
  Unsupported Data Sources: The APD may reference data sources that are not supported in the current context or version.
  Incompatible Transformations: The transformations used in the APD may not be compatible with the data model or the target system.
  Missing or Incorrect Metadata: If the metadata for the objects used in the APD is missing or incorrect, it can lead to this error.
  Version Mismatch: The APD may have been created in a different version of SAP BW, and certain features or objects may not be supported in the current version.
  Invalid or Deprecated Objects: The APD may contain objects that have been deprecated or are no longer valid in the current system.
  
  Solutions:
  
  Review the APD Configuration: Check the configuration of the APD for any unsupported objects or settings. Ensure that all data sources and transformations are compatible with the current version of SAP BW.
  Update or Replace Unsupported Objects: If you identify unsupported objects, consider updating them to supported versions or replacing them with compatible alternatives.
  Check Metadata: Ensure that all metadata for the objects used in the APD is correctly defined and up to date.
  Test in a Development Environment: If possible, replicate the APD in a development environment to identify the specific objects causing the issue without affecting production data.
  Consult SAP Notes: Look for relevant SAP Notes that may address this specific error or provide guidance on supported objects and configurations.
  Contact SAP Support: If the issue persists, consider reaching out to SAP Support for assistance, especially if you suspect a bug or a deeper compatibility issue.
  
  Related Information:
  
  SAP BW Documentation: Review the official SAP BW documentation for guidelines on using APD and supported objects.
  SAP Community: Engage with the SAP Community forums to see if other users have encountered similar issues and what solutions they found effective.
  SAP Notes: Search for SAP Notes related to APD and the specific error message for any patches or updates that may resolve the issue.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify and resolve the cause of the RS_B4H_PREPARE_APD027 error in your SAP BW environment.