How To Fix RS_DME_SC037 - Source &1 is empty

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: RS_DME_SC - Messages for Scoring

• Message number: 037

• Message text: Source &1 is empty

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message RS_DME_SC037 - Source &1 is empty ?

  The SAP error message RS_DME_SC037, which states "Source &1 is empty," typically occurs in the context of data extraction or data transfer processes, particularly when using the Data Migration Engine (DME) or similar data handling tools in SAP. This error indicates that the source data specified (denoted by &1) is empty or not available for processing.
  Causes:
  
  Empty Source Table: The source table or data source specified in the extraction process does not contain any records.
  Incorrect Source Specification: The source might be incorrectly specified in the configuration, leading to an empty result.
  Data Selection Criteria: The selection criteria applied during the extraction might be too restrictive, resulting in no data being selected.
  Data Load Issues: There may have been issues during previous data loads that resulted in the source not being populated.
  Authorization Issues: The user executing the extraction may not have the necessary authorizations to access the data in the source.
  
  Solutions:
  
  Check Source Data: Verify that the source table or data source actually contains data. You can do this by executing a simple SELECT query in the SAP database.
  Review Configuration: Ensure that the source is correctly specified in the configuration settings of the data extraction process.
  Adjust Selection Criteria: If applicable, review and modify the selection criteria to ensure that it allows for data retrieval.
  Data Load Verification: Check if there were any issues during previous data loads that might have affected the source data. If necessary, reload the data.
  Authorization Check: Ensure that the user has the necessary authorizations to access the source data. This may involve checking roles and permissions in the SAP system.
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: You may want to use transaction codes like SE11 (Data Dictionary) to check the structure of the source table or SE16 (Data Browser) to view the data.
  Logs and Traces: Check the logs and traces related to the data extraction process for any additional error messages or warnings that could provide more context.
  SAP Notes: Look for relevant SAP Notes in the SAP Support Portal that may address this specific error or provide additional troubleshooting steps.
  Documentation: Review the documentation for the Data Migration Engine or the specific data extraction tool you are using for any additional configuration or troubleshooting guidelines.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the cause of the error and implement a solution to resolve it.