How To Fix RSAR342 - Source system type in system & could not be read

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: RSAR - Data Transfer and Metadata Maintenance

• Message number: 342

• Message text: Source system type in system & could not be read

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message RSAR342 - Source system type in system & could not be read ?

  The SAP error message RSAR342 indicates that there is an issue with the source system configuration in the SAP system landscape. Specifically, it means that the system type of the source system could not be read, which can prevent data extraction or replication processes from functioning correctly.
  Cause:
  
  Incorrect Configuration: The source system may not be configured correctly in the SAP Landscape Management (SLM) or in the Data Warehousing Workbench.
  Network Issues: There may be network connectivity issues between the source system and the SAP system trying to access it.
  Authorization Issues: The user or service account may not have the necessary authorizations to access the source system.
  System Downtime: The source system may be down or not available at the time of the request.
  Technical Issues: There could be technical issues with the source system itself, such as missing or corrupted metadata.
  
  Solution:
  
  Check Configuration: Verify the configuration of the source system in the SAP system. Ensure that the source system is correctly defined in the Data Warehousing Workbench (transaction RSA1) or in the relevant configuration settings.
  Network Connectivity: Test the network connection between the SAP system and the source system. Ensure that there are no firewalls or network issues blocking access.
  Authorization Check: Ensure that the user or service account has the necessary authorizations to access the source system. Check the roles and authorizations assigned to the user.
  System Availability: Check if the source system is up and running. If it is down, coordinate with the relevant teams to bring it back online.
  Technical Support: If the issue persists, consider reaching out to SAP support or your internal technical team for further investigation. They may need to check logs or perform additional diagnostics.
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: You may use transaction codes like RSA1 (Data Warehousing Workbench) and RSO2 (Manage InfoObjects) to check the configuration and status of the source system.
  SAP Notes: Look for relevant SAP Notes that may address this specific error or provide additional troubleshooting steps.
  Documentation: Review SAP documentation related to source system configuration and data extraction processes for best practices and guidelines.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify and resolve the issue related to the RSAR342 error message.