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


RS_B4HANA_TRANSFER005 - Overview

  • 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

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