How To Fix RSAR183 - Requested file & (origin &) contains obselete data

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: RSAR - Data Transfer and Metadata Maintenance

• Message number: 183

• Message text: Requested file & (origin &) contains obselete data

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message RSAR183 - Requested file & (origin &) contains obselete data ?

  The SAP error message RSAR183 indicates that the requested file contains obsolete data. This typically occurs in the context of SAP BW (Business Warehouse) when dealing with data extraction and loading processes, particularly when using the SAP Data Transfer Process (DTP) or when working with InfoProviders.
  Cause:
  The error can be caused by several factors, including:
  
  Data Deletion: The data in the source system or the target InfoProvider has been deleted or archived, making the requested data obsolete.
  Data Update: The data in the source system has been updated, and the DTP is trying to access an older version of the data that is no longer valid.
  Data Transfer Issues: There may have been issues during the data transfer process that resulted in incomplete or corrupted data.
  Incorrect Data Source: The DTP or data extraction process may be pointing to an incorrect or outdated data source.
  
  Solution:
  To resolve the RSAR183 error, you can take the following steps:
  
  Check Data Source: Verify that the data source you are trying to access is still valid and contains the necessary data. Ensure that the data has not been deleted or archived.
  Refresh Data: If the data has been updated in the source system, refresh the data in the target InfoProvider. You may need to re-extract the data.
  Re-run DTP: If the DTP was interrupted or failed, try re-running the DTP to see if it resolves the issue.
  Check for Data Deletion: If data deletion has occurred, you may need to restore the data from backups or re-extract it from the source system.
  Review Logs: Check the logs for the DTP or data extraction process to identify any specific errors or warnings that may provide more context about the issue.
  Consult Documentation: Review SAP documentation or notes related to the specific version of SAP BW you are using for any known issues or additional troubleshooting steps.
  
  Related Information:
  
  SAP Notes: Check SAP Notes for any specific notes related to RSAR183 or similar issues. SAP frequently updates their knowledge base with solutions to common problems.
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as RSA1 (Data Warehousing Workbench) and RSMO (Monitor Data Transfer) to monitor and manage data extraction processes.
  Data Management: Implement proper data management practices to ensure that data is regularly updated and that obsolete data is archived or deleted as necessary.
  
  If the issue persists after following these steps, consider reaching out to SAP support for further assistance.