How To Fix RS_DME_SC004 - Extract &1 does not exist

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: RS_DME_SC - Messages for Scoring

• Message number: 004

• Message text: Extract &1 does not exist

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message RS_DME_SC004 - Extract &1 does not exist ?

  The SAP error message RS_DME_SC004 indicates that the extract specified (in this case, &1) does not exist. This error typically occurs in the context of Data Warehousing or when working with Data Extraction processes in SAP BW (Business Warehouse).
  Cause:
  
  Non-existent Extractor: The extractor you are trying to use has not been created or activated in the system.
  Incorrect Configuration: The extractor might be incorrectly configured or not properly linked to the data source.
  Transport Issues: If the extractor was recently transported from another system, it may not have been activated in the target system.
  Authorization Issues: The user may not have the necessary authorizations to access the extractor.
  Data Source Deactivation: The data source related to the extractor may have been deactivated or deleted.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check Extractor Existence:
  
  Go to the DataSource maintenance transaction (e.g., RSA1) and verify if the extractor exists.
  If it does not exist, you may need to create or activate it.
  
  
  
  Activate the Extractor:
  
  If the extractor exists but is not activated, activate it in the DataSource maintenance.
  
  
  
  Review Configuration:
  
  Ensure that the extractor is correctly configured and linked to the appropriate data source.
  Check the settings in the DataSource to ensure they are correct.
  
  
  
  Transport Check:
  
  If the extractor was transported, ensure that all necessary objects were included in the transport request and that they have been activated in the target system.
  
  
  
  Authorization Check:
  
  Verify that the user has the necessary authorizations to access the extractor. This can be done by checking the user roles and authorizations.
  
  
  
  Check Data Source Status:
  
  Ensure that the data source related to the extractor is active and not deactivated.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  
  Transaction Codes:
  
  RSA1: Data Warehousing Workbench
  RSA3: Test DataSource
  RSC1: Create DataSource
  RSC2: Change DataSource
  RSC3: Display DataSource
  
  
  
  Documentation: Refer to SAP Help documentation for detailed information on DataSources and extractors.
  
  
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that may address specific issues related to this error message.
  
  
  If the issue persists after following these steps, it may be beneficial to consult with your SAP Basis or BW team for further investigation.