How To Fix RSAR295 - InfoSource & contains no fields

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: RSAR - Data Transfer and Metadata Maintenance

• Message number: 295

• Message text: InfoSource & contains no fields

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message RSAR295 - InfoSource & contains no fields ?

  The SAP error message RSAR295 indicates that the InfoSource you are trying to use does not contain any fields. This can occur in various scenarios, particularly when working with SAP BW (Business Warehouse) and data extraction processes. Here’s a breakdown of the cause, potential solutions, and related information:
  Cause:
  
  No Fields Defined: The InfoSource may not have any fields defined in its structure. This can happen if the InfoSource was created but not properly configured.
  DataSource Issues: The underlying DataSource might not be correctly linked to the InfoSource, leading to a lack of fields.
  Field Selection: If the fields have been removed or not selected during the InfoSource configuration, it can lead to this error.
  Transport Issues: If the InfoSource was transported from another system, it might not have been transported correctly, leading to missing fields.
  Technical Issues: There could be technical issues or inconsistencies in the BW system that prevent the InfoSource from displaying its fields.
  
  Solutions:
  
  
  Check InfoSource Configuration:
  
  Go to the InfoSource in the SAP BW system and verify that fields are defined. You can do this by navigating to the InfoSource in the Data Warehousing Workbench (RSA1).
  Ensure that the fields from the underlying DataSource are correctly mapped to the InfoSource.
  
  
  
  Review DataSource:
  
  Check the DataSource associated with the InfoSource to ensure it is active and contains the necessary fields.
  If the DataSource is not active, activate it and check if the fields appear in the InfoSource.
  
  
  
  Field Selection:
  
  If fields were removed, you may need to re-add them to the InfoSource. This can be done in the InfoSource maintenance screen.
  
  
  
  Transport Check:
  
  If the InfoSource was transported, check the transport logs for any errors or issues. You may need to re-transport the InfoSource or manually adjust it in the target system.
  
  
  
  Technical Check:
  
  Perform a technical check of the InfoSource and DataSource to ensure there are no inconsistencies. You can use transaction codes like RSA3 to test the DataSource and see if it returns data.
  
  
  
  Recreate InfoSource:
  
  If all else fails, consider recreating the InfoSource from scratch, ensuring that all necessary fields are included during the setup.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes:
  
  RSA1: Data Warehousing Workbench
  RSA3: Test DataSource
  RSO2: Maintain InfoSource
  
  
  Documentation: Refer to SAP Help documentation for detailed steps on configuring InfoSources and DataSources.
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that might address specific issues related to InfoSources and DataSources.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the RSAR295 error and ensure that your InfoSource is correctly configured with the necessary fields.