How To Fix RSAR293 - Transfer structure & is invalid, or contains no fields

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: RSAR - Data Transfer and Metadata Maintenance

• Message number: 293

• Message text: Transfer structure & is invalid, or contains no fields

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message RSAR293 - Transfer structure & is invalid, or contains no fields ?

  The SAP error message RSAR293 indicates that there is an issue with a transfer structure in the context of data transfer processes, particularly when dealing with SAP BW (Business Warehouse) or SAP BI (Business Intelligence). This error typically arises when the transfer structure is either invalid or does not contain any fields, which prevents the data transfer from occurring successfully.
  Causes of RSAR293 Error
  
  
  Invalid Transfer Structure: The transfer structure may not be defined correctly in the system. This could be due to missing configurations or incorrect settings.
  
  
  No Fields Defined: The transfer structure might not have any fields defined, which means there is no data to transfer.
  
  
  DataSource Issues: The DataSource associated with the transfer structure may not be correctly set up or may not be compatible with the transfer structure.
  
  
  Transport Issues: If the transfer structure was recently transported from another system, there may have been issues during the transport process that led to its invalid state.
  
  
  Version Mismatch: There could be a version mismatch between the DataSource and the transfer structure, especially if changes were made to one without corresponding updates to the other.
  
  
  Solutions to RSAR293 Error
  
  
  Check Transfer Structure Definition:
  
  Go to the transaction code RSA1 (Data Warehousing Workbench).
  Navigate to the relevant InfoSource and check the transfer structure definition.
  Ensure that the transfer structure is correctly defined and contains the necessary fields.
  
  
  
  Define Fields:
  
  If the transfer structure is empty, you need to define the required fields. This can be done in the transfer structure maintenance screen.
  
  
  
  Validate DataSource:
  
  Check the DataSource associated with the transfer structure to ensure it is active and correctly configured.
  Make sure that the DataSource is compatible with the transfer structure.
  
  
  
  Transport Check:
  
  If the transfer structure was recently transported, check the transport logs for any errors or warnings.
  If necessary, re-transport the transfer structure or manually recreate it in the target system.
  
  
  
  Recreate Transfer Structure:
  
  If the transfer structure is corrupted or invalid, consider deleting it and recreating it from scratch.
  
  
  
  Check for Updates:
  
  Ensure that your SAP system is up to date with the latest patches and updates, as there may be bug fixes related to this issue.
  
  
  
  Related Information
  
  
  Transaction Codes:
  
  RSA1: Data Warehousing Workbench
  RSD1: InfoObject Maintenance
  RSD3: DataSource Maintenance
  
  
  
  Documentation: Refer to SAP Help Portal or SAP Notes for detailed documentation on transfer structures and troubleshooting steps.
  
  
  SAP Community: Engage with the SAP Community forums for insights and solutions from other users who may have encountered similar issues.
  
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the cause of the RSAR293 error and implement the necessary solutions to resolve it.