How To Fix RSAR032 - Name of source type &1 must start with S (but cannot be SME or SAP)

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: RSAR - Data Transfer and Metadata Maintenance

• Message number: 032

• Message text: Name of source type &1 must start with S (but cannot be SME or SAP)

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message RSAR032 - Name of source type &1 must start with S (but cannot be SME or SAP) ?

  The SAP error message RSAR032 indicates that there is an issue with the naming convention of a source type in the SAP system. Specifically, the error states that the name of the source type must start with the letter "S" but cannot be "SME" or "SAP". This error typically occurs in the context of SAP BW (Business Warehouse) or SAP Data Services when configuring data sources.
  Cause:
  
  Invalid Source Type Name: The source type you are trying to use does not conform to the naming rules set by SAP. It either does not start with "S" or it is one of the restricted names ("SME" or "SAP").
  Configuration Error: There may be a misconfiguration in the data source settings or in the data transfer process.
  
  Solution:
  
  Check Source Type Name: Review the name of the source type you are trying to configure. Ensure that it starts with "S" and is not "SME" or "SAP".
  Rename Source Type: If the source type name is incorrect, rename it to comply with the naming conventions. For example, if your source type is "SOME_TYPE", it is valid, but if it is "SAP" or "SME", you will need to change it.
  Review Configuration: Go through the configuration settings in the SAP BW or Data Services to ensure that all source types are correctly defined and adhere to the naming conventions.
  Consult Documentation: Refer to the SAP documentation or help resources for more details on valid source type names and configurations.
  
  Related Information:
  
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that might provide additional context or updates regarding this error message.
  SAP Community: Engage with the SAP Community forums to see if other users have encountered similar issues and what solutions they have found.
  SAP BW Documentation: Review the official SAP BW documentation for guidelines on data source configurations and naming conventions.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the RSAR032 error and successfully configure your data source in SAP.