How To Fix RSAA516 - Routines differ in row &

RSAA516 - Overview

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: RSAA - Messages for Routine Processing

• Message number: 516

• Message text: Routines differ in row &

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message RSAA516 - Routines differ in row & ?

  The SAP error message RSAA516, which states "Routines differ in row &," typically occurs in the context of SAP BW (Business Warehouse) when there is a mismatch in the routines defined for data extraction or transformation processes. This error is often related to the Data Transfer Process (DTP) or InfoPackage settings where the routines for data extraction or transformation are not consistent across the rows being processed.
  
  Cause:
  
  Inconsistent Routines: The error usually arises when there are different transformation routines defined for the same data source or InfoObject. This can happen if the transformation logic has been modified or if there are multiple versions of the transformation routines.
  Data Source Changes: If the data source has been changed or updated, it may lead to inconsistencies in the routines that are applied to the data being extracted.
  Multiple Transformations: If there are multiple transformations applied to the same data source, and they have different logic