How To Fix RSAR273 - No InfoSource found for the selection criteria entered

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: RSAR - Data Transfer and Metadata Maintenance

• Message number: 273

• Message text: No InfoSource found for the selection criteria entered

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message RSAR273 - No InfoSource found for the selection criteria entered ?

  The SAP error message RSAR273 "No InfoSource found for the selection criteria entered" typically occurs in the context of SAP BW (Business Warehouse) when you are trying to extract data from a source system, and the system cannot find an InfoSource that matches the selection criteria you have specified.
  Cause:
  
  Incorrect Selection Criteria: The selection criteria you entered may not match any existing InfoSources in the system.
  Missing InfoSource: The InfoSource you are trying to use may not be created or activated in the SAP BW system.
  Authorization Issues: You may not have the necessary authorizations to access the InfoSource.
  Transport Issues: If the InfoSource was recently transported from another system, it may not have been properly activated or may be missing in the target system.
  DataSource Configuration: The DataSource might not be correctly configured or linked to the InfoSource.
  
  Solution:
  
  Check Selection Criteria: Review the selection criteria you entered to ensure they are correct and match the existing InfoSources.
  Verify InfoSource Existence: Go to the SAP BW system and check if the InfoSource exists. You can do this by navigating to the InfoSource maintenance transaction (e.g., RSA1) and looking under the "InfoSources" section.
  Activate InfoSource: If the InfoSource exists but is not activated, activate it. You can do this in the InfoSource maintenance area.
  Check Authorizations: Ensure that you have the necessary authorizations to access the InfoSource. You may need to contact your SAP security team for assistance.
  Review DataSource Configuration: Check the configuration of the DataSource associated with the InfoSource to ensure it is set up correctly.
  Transport Check: If the InfoSource was recently transported, ensure that all necessary objects were transported and activated in the target system.
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: 
  
  RSA1: Data Warehousing Workbench
  RSO2: Maintain DataSource
  RSO1: Create DataSource
  
  
  Documentation: Refer to SAP Help documentation for detailed information on InfoSources and DataSources.
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that may address specific issues related to this error message.
  
  If the problem persists after following these steps, consider reaching out to your SAP support team for further assistance.