How To Fix RS_B4HANA_TRANSFER005 - No definition stored for start object &1. Please define it first.

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: RS_B4HANA_TRANSFER - Messages for object transfer

• Message number: 005

• Message text: No definition stored for start object &1. Please define it first.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message RS_B4HANA_TRANSFER005 - No definition stored for start object &1. Please define it first. ?

  The SAP error message RS_B4HANA_TRANSFER005 indicates that there is no definition stored for the specified start object in the context of data transfer or extraction processes, particularly when working with SAP BW/4HANA or similar systems. This error typically arises when the system is unable to find the necessary metadata or configuration for the object you are trying to use.
  Cause:
  
  Missing Object Definition: The start object (e.g., InfoProvider, DataSource, etc.) has not been defined in the system.
  Incorrect Object Name: The name of the start object provided in the process might be incorrect or misspelled.
  Transport Issues: If the object was recently transported from another system, it may not have been properly activated or may be missing in the target system.
  Authorization Issues: The user executing the process may not have the necessary authorizations to access the object.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Define the Start Object:
  
  Go to the relevant transaction (e.g., RSA1 for Data Warehousing Workbench) and check if the start object is defined.
  If it is not defined, create the necessary object (e.g., DataSource, InfoProvider) as required.
  
  
  
  Check Object Name:
  
  Verify that the name of the start object is correct in the process you are executing. Ensure there are no typos or incorrect references.
  
  
  
  Transport and Activation:
  
  If the object was recently transported, ensure that it has been activated in the target system. You can do this by checking the transport logs and ensuring that all necessary objects are included.
  
  
  
  Authorization Check:
  
  Ensure that the user has the necessary authorizations to access the start object. You may need to consult with your security team to verify and assign the appropriate roles.
  
  
  
  Recreate or Repair the Object:
  
  If the object is corrupted or not functioning as expected, consider recreating it or repairing it through the appropriate SAP tools.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: 
  
  RSA1: Data Warehousing Workbench
  RSO2: DataSource Maintenance
  RSPC: Process Chain Maintenance
  
  
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that might address known issues related to this error message.
  Documentation: Refer to SAP Help documentation for BW/4HANA or the specific module you are working with for detailed guidance on object definitions and data transfer processes.
  
  If the issue persists after following these steps, consider reaching out to SAP support for further assistance, providing them with detailed information about the error and the context in which it occurs.