How To Fix RSAR271 - Source system & does not exist or cannnot be used

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: RSAR - Data Transfer and Metadata Maintenance

• Message number: 271

• Message text: Source system & does not exist or cannnot be used

What causes this issue?

Source system &V1&
is not available
ist not described
does not have a port description

How to fix this error?

Check whether the source system in the Business Information Warehouse
is completely defined.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message RSAR271 - Source system & does not exist or cannnot be used ?

  The SAP error message RSAR271 indicates that a source system specified in your SAP system cannot be found or is not usable. This error typically occurs in the context of SAP BW (Business Warehouse) when trying to extract data from a source system, such as an SAP ERP system or another BW system.
  Causes of RSAR271 Error
  
  
  Incorrect Source System Configuration: The source system may not be properly configured in the SAP BW system. This could be due to missing or incorrect settings in the source system definition.
  
  
  Network Issues: There may be network connectivity issues preventing the SAP BW system from reaching the source system.
  
  
  Authorization Issues: The user or service account used to connect to the source system may not have the necessary authorizations to access it.
  
  
  Source System Not Active: The source system may not be active or may have been deactivated in the SAP BW system.
  
  
  Technical Issues: There could be technical issues with the source system itself, such as it being down or undergoing maintenance.
  
  
  Solutions to RSAR271 Error
  
  
  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 Network Connectivity:
  
  Test the network connection between the SAP BW system and the source system. You can use tools like ping or telnet to check connectivity.
  
  
  
  Check Authorizations:
  
  Ensure that the user or service account has the necessary authorizations to access the source system. You may need to check roles and profiles assigned to the user.
  
  
  
  Activate the Source System:
  
  If the source system is inactive, you can activate it in the Data Warehousing Workbench. Right-click on the source system and select the option to activate it.
  
  
  
  Check Source System Status:
  
  Verify that the source system is up and running. If it is down for maintenance, you may need to wait until it is back online.
  
  
  
  Review Logs:
  
  Check the system logs for any additional error messages or warnings that may provide more context about the issue. You can use transaction SM21 to view system logs.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Refer to SAP documentation or support notes related to the specific source system you are working with for any known issues or additional troubleshooting steps.
  
  
  
  Related Information
  
  
  Transaction Codes:
  
  RSA1: Data Warehousing Workbench
  SM21: System Log
  RSC1: InfoSource Maintenance
  RSC3: Monitor Data Transfer
  
  
  
  SAP Notes: Search for relevant SAP Notes in the SAP Support Portal that may address specific issues related to the source system or the RSAR271 error.
  
  
  SAP Community: Engage with the SAP Community forums to see if other users have encountered similar issues and what solutions they found effective.
  
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to diagnose and resolve the RSAR271 error in your SAP BW environment.