How To Fix RSAR264 - Unit field & is not available in the InfoSource

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: RSAR - Data Transfer and Metadata Maintenance

• Message number: 264

• Message text: Unit field & is not available in the InfoSource

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message RSAR264 - Unit field & is not available in the InfoSource ?

  The SAP error message RSAR264 indicates that a specific unit field is not available in the InfoSource you are trying to use. This error typically occurs in the context of data extraction processes, particularly when working with SAP BW (Business Warehouse) and data sources.
  Cause:
  
  Missing Field in InfoSource: The unit field specified in the error message is not included in the InfoSource definition. This can happen if the InfoSource was not properly configured to include all necessary fields.
  Data Source Changes: If the underlying data source (like an InfoObject or DataSource) has been modified or updated, it may no longer align with the InfoSource.
  Inconsistent Data Model: There may be inconsistencies between the data model in the source system and the InfoSource in BW.
  Transport Issues: If the InfoSource was transported from one system to another, it may not have been fully configured in the target system.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check InfoSource Configuration:
  
  Go to the InfoSource in the SAP BW system and verify that the unit field is included in the structure of the InfoSource.
  If it is missing, you may need to add it to the InfoSource.
  
  
  
  Update DataSource:
  
  If the underlying DataSource has changed, ensure that the InfoSource is updated accordingly. You may need to regenerate the InfoSource or adjust its mapping.
  
  
  
  Recheck Data Model:
  
  Ensure that the data model in the source system is consistent with the InfoSource. If there are discrepancies, you may need to adjust the InfoSource or the underlying data model.
  
  
  
  Transport Configuration:
  
  If the InfoSource was transported, check if all necessary objects were transported correctly. You may need to re-transport or manually configure the InfoSource in the target system.
  
  
  
  Testing:
  
  After making changes, perform a test extraction to ensure that the issue is resolved.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: You can use transaction codes like RSA1 (Data Warehousing Workbench) to access InfoSources and DataSources.
  Documentation: Refer to SAP documentation for detailed steps on configuring InfoSources and DataSources.
  SAP Notes: Check SAP Notes for any known issues or patches related to the specific error message RSAR264.
  Community Forums: SAP Community and other forums can provide insights from other users who may have encountered similar issues.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the RSAR264 error and ensure that your InfoSource is correctly configured to include the necessary unit fields.