How To Fix RSAR328 - Meta data is missing for InfoObject & in the source system

RSAR328 - Overview

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: RSAR - Data Transfer and Metadata Maintenance

• Message number: 328

• Message text: Meta data is missing for InfoObject & in the source system

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message RSAR328 - Meta data is missing for InfoObject & in the source system ?

  The SAP error message RSAR328 indicates that there is missing metadata for an InfoObject in the source system. This typically occurs in the context of data extraction processes, particularly when using SAP BW (Business Warehouse) to extract data from a source system (like SAP ERP or other databases).
  
  Cause:
  
  Missing InfoObject Definition: The InfoObject may not be defined in the source system, or it may have been deleted or not activated.
  Transport Issues: If the InfoObject was recently transported from one system to another, the transport might not have included all necessary metadata.
  Inconsistent Data Model: Changes in the data model in the source system that are not reflected in the BW system can lead to this error.
  Incorrect Source System Configuration: The source system might not be properly configured to expose the required InfoObject to the BW system.
  
  
  Solution:
  
  Check InfoObject Definition: Verify that the InfoObject exists in the source system. You can do this by