How To Fix RSAR356 - Please maintain the assignment of DataSource & to IBU and NDP

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: RSAR - Data Transfer and Metadata Maintenance

• Message number: 356

• Message text: Please maintain the assignment of DataSource & to IBU and NDP

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message RSAR356 - Please maintain the assignment of DataSource & to IBU and NDP ?

  The SAP error message RSAR356, which states "Please maintain the assignment of DataSource & to IBU and NDP," typically occurs in the context of SAP BW (Business Warehouse) when there is an issue with the assignment of a DataSource to an InfoSource (IBU) and a DataSource (NDP). This error can arise during data extraction or when trying to activate a DataSource.
  Cause:
  
  Missing Assignment: The DataSource is not properly assigned to the InfoSource (IBU) and/or the DataSource (NDP) in the SAP BW system.
  Configuration Issues: There may be configuration issues in the DataSource settings or in the InfoSource settings.
  Transport Issues: If the DataSource was transported from another system, the assignment may not have been included in the transport.
  
  Solution:
  To resolve the RSAR356 error, follow these steps:
  
  
  Check DataSource Assignment:
  
  Go to the DataSource in the SAP BW system (transaction code RSA1).
  Navigate to the "DataSources" section and find the specific DataSource that is causing the error.
  Ensure that the DataSource is assigned to the correct InfoSource (IBU) and the correct DataSource (NDP).
  
  
  
  Maintain Assignment:
  
  If the assignment is missing, you can maintain it by:
  
  Selecting the DataSource and clicking on the "Assign" button.
  Assign the DataSource to the appropriate InfoSource and DataSource as required.
  
  
  
  
  
  Check InfoSource Settings:
  
  Ensure that the InfoSource is correctly configured to accept data from the DataSource.
  Check if the InfoSource is active and properly set up.
  
  
  
  Transport Considerations:
  
  If the DataSource was transported, check the transport logs to ensure that all necessary objects were included in the transport.
  If needed, re-transport the DataSource with the correct assignments.
  
  
  
  Activate DataSource:
  
  After making the necessary assignments, activate the DataSource again to see if the error persists.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  
  Transaction Codes:
  
  RSA1: Data Warehousing Workbench
  RSC1: Maintain DataSource
  RSC2: Change DataSource
  RSC3: Display DataSource
  
  
  
  Documentation: Refer to SAP Help documentation for detailed steps on managing DataSources and InfoSources in BW.
  
  
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that may address specific issues related to this error message.
  
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the RSAR356 error and ensure that your DataSource is correctly assigned to the necessary InfoSource and DataSource.