How To Fix RSAR215 - Source system & is not an external system

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: RSAR - Data Transfer and Metadata Maintenance

• Message number: 215

• Message text: Source system & is not an external system

What causes this issue?

Source system &V1& is not a source system in the sense of the Business
Information Warehouse.
Information on the InfoObjects in this system is automatically
requested and cannot be manually maintained.

How to fix this error?

Enter the name of an external system, or change the definition of this
InfoObject in such a way that it is recognized as belonging to a source
system.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message RSAR215 - Source system & is not an external system ?

  The SAP error message RSAR215 indicates that the source system specified is not recognized as an external system. This error typically occurs in the context of SAP BW (Business Warehouse) when trying to extract data from a source system that is not properly configured or recognized by the BW system.
  Cause:
  
  Incorrect Source System Configuration: The source system may not be set up correctly in the SAP BW system. This could be due to missing or incorrect settings in the source system configuration.
  Source System Type: The source system might not be defined as an external system in the BW system. For example, it could be a non-SAP system or an SAP system that is not properly registered.
  Authorization Issues: The user may not have the necessary authorizations to access the source system.
  Network Issues: There could be connectivity issues between the BW system and the source system, preventing proper communication.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check Source System Configuration:
  
  Go to the SAP BW system and check the configuration of the source system in transaction RSA1 (Data Warehousing Workbench).
  Ensure that the source system is correctly defined and that all necessary parameters are set.
  
  
  
  Verify Source System Type:
  
  Ensure that the source system is defined as an external system. You can check this in the source system settings in the BW system.
  
  
  
  Check Authorizations:
  
  Ensure that the user trying to access the source system has the necessary authorizations. This includes authorizations for both the BW system and the source system.
  
  
  
  Test Connectivity:
  
  Use transaction SM59 to check the RFC connection to the source system. Ensure that the connection is working and that there are no network issues.
  
  
  
  Recreate the Source System:
  
  If the configuration seems correct but the error persists, consider deleting and recreating the source system in the BW system.
  
  
  
  Check for Notes and Patches:
  
  Look for any SAP Notes or patches that might address this specific error. Sometimes, there are known issues that have been resolved in later versions or patches.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes:
  
  RSA1: Data Warehousing Workbench
  SM59: RFC Destinations
  
  
  SAP Notes: Search the SAP Support Portal for any relevant notes related to RSAR215 or source system configuration issues.
  Documentation: Review SAP documentation on configuring source systems in BW for detailed steps and best practices.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify and resolve the issue causing the RSAR215 error message in your SAP BW system.