How To Fix RS_B4HPREP088 - Maintain target system in scope collection task

RS_B4HPREP088 - Overview

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: RS_B4HPREP - B4H Transfer Preparation Messages

• Message number: 088

• Message text: Maintain target system in scope collection task

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message RS_B4HPREP088 - Maintain target system in scope collection task ?

  The SAP error message RS_B4HPREP088 typically indicates that there is an issue with the target system configuration in the context of a scope collection task, particularly in the context of SAP BW/4HANA or SAP BW systems. This error suggests that the target system has not been properly defined or maintained in the scope collection task.
  
  Cause:
  
  Missing Target System Configuration: The target system that you are trying to use in your scope collection task has not been defined or is not properly configured in the system.
  Incorrect Authorization: The user executing the task may not have the necessary authorizations to access or modify the target system settings.
  Technical Issues: There may be underlying technical issues or inconsistencies in the system that prevent the target system from being recognized.
  
  
  Solution:
  To resolve the error RS_B4HPREP088, you can follow these steps:
  
  
  Check Target System Configuration:
  
  Go to the relevant transaction (e.g., RSA1 for Data Warehousing Workbench).
  Navigate to the "Target Systems"