How To Fix RSAR238 - IDoc type for source system & is not available

RSAR238 - Overview

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: RSAR - Data Transfer and Metadata Maintenance

• Message number: 238

• Message text: IDoc type for source system & is not available

What causes this issue?

An IDoc is required as the carrier for the transfer structure in data im
porting. This IDoc has not been created for source system &V1&.

How to fix this error?

Check the SAP Support Portal for relevant notes and create a new problem
message if necessary.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message RSAR238 - IDoc type for source system & is not available ?

  The SAP error message RSAR238 indicates that the IDoc type for the specified source system is not available. This error typically occurs in the context of data extraction processes, particularly when using SAP's Data Transfer Process (DTP) or when working with SAP BW (Business Warehouse) and SAP ERP systems.
  
  Cause:
  
  Missing IDoc Type: The IDoc type that is expected for the source system is not defined or not activated in the SAP system.
  Incorrect Configuration: The configuration for the source system may be incorrect, leading to the system not being able to find the required IDoc type.
  Transport Issues: If the IDoc type was recently transported from another system, there may have been issues during the transport process.
  Authorization Issues: The user may not have the necessary authorizations to access the IDoc type.
  
  
  Solution:
  
  Check IDoc Type: Verify that the IDoc type exists in the source system. You can do this by using transaction WE30 (IDoc Type