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How To Fix RSAR230 - No source system defined for client(s) &


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  • Message type: E = Error

  • Message class: RSAR - Data Transfer and Metadata Maintenance

  • Message number: 230

  • Message text: No source system defined for client(s) &

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  • What is the cause and solution for SAP error message RSAR230 - No source system defined for client(s) & ?

    The SAP error message RSAR230 indicates that there is no source system defined for the specified client in the SAP system. This error typically occurs in the context of SAP BW (Business Warehouse) when trying to extract data from a source system, and it can prevent data extraction processes from functioning correctly.

    Cause:

    1. Missing Source System Configuration: The source system has not been defined in the SAP BW system for the specified client.
    2. Incorrect Client: The client you are trying to access may not have the necessary source system configuration.
    3. Transport Issues: If the source system configuration was transported from another system, it may not have been transported correctly or completely.
    4. Authorization Issues: The user may not have the necessary authorizations to access the source system.

    Solution:

    1. Define the Source System:

      • Go to the SAP BW system.
      • Navigate to the transaction code RSA1 (Data Warehousing Workbench).
      • In the left navigation pane, go to "Source Systems".
      • Check if the source system is defined for the client you are working with. If not, you will need to create it.
      • Use the appropriate settings to define the source system, ensuring that all necessary parameters are filled in correctly.
    2. Check Client Settings:

      • Ensure that you are working in the correct client. You can check the client settings in the SAP GUI.
      • If you have multiple clients, verify that the source system is defined in the client you are currently using.
    3. Transport Configuration:

      • If the source system was supposed to be transported from another system, check the transport logs to ensure that the transport was successful.
      • If there were issues during transport, you may need to re-transport the configuration.
    4. Authorization Check:

      • Ensure that the user has the necessary authorizations to access the source system. You may need to check the roles and authorizations assigned to the user.
    5. Check for System Updates:

      • Sometimes, system updates or patches can affect configurations. Ensure that your SAP system is up to date and that there are no known issues related to source system configurations.

    Related Information:

    • Transaction Codes:

      • RSA1: Data Warehousing Workbench
      • RSC1: Create InfoSource
      • RSC2: Change InfoSource
      • RSC3: Display InfoSource
    • Documentation: Refer to SAP Help documentation for detailed steps on configuring source systems and troubleshooting data extraction issues.

    • SAP Notes: Check SAP Notes for any specific issues related to the error message RSAR230, as there may be patches or updates that address this issue.

    By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the RSAR230 error and successfully define the necessary source system for your SAP BW client.

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