How To Fix RSAR430 - InfoSource & already exists. No import!

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: RSAR - Data Transfer and Metadata Maintenance

• Message number: 430

• Message text: InfoSource & already exists. No import!

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message RSAR430 - InfoSource & already exists. No import! ?

  The SAP error message RSAR430 indicates that an InfoSource you are trying to import already exists in the system. This typically occurs during the process of data extraction or when you are trying to load data into the SAP BW (Business Warehouse) system.
  Cause:
  
  Duplicate InfoSource: The InfoSource you are trying to import has already been created in the system, which leads to a conflict.
  Incorrect Transport Request: If you are importing from a transport request, it may contain an InfoSource that is already present in the target system.
  Development and Production Environment: If you are moving objects from a development environment to a production environment, the InfoSource may already exist in the production system.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check Existing InfoSource: 
  
  Go to the InfoSource maintenance transaction (e.g., RSA1) and check if the InfoSource already exists. If it does, you may need to modify it instead of importing a new one.
  
  
  
  Delete or Rename: 
  
  If the existing InfoSource is not needed, you can delete it. However, be cautious as this may affect existing data flows.
  Alternatively, if you need both InfoSources, consider renaming the new one before importing.
  
  
  
  Transport Request Review: 
  
  If you are using a transport request, review the contents of the transport to ensure that it does not contain duplicates. You may need to adjust the transport request accordingly.
  
  
  
  Use the Correct Version: 
  
  Ensure that you are importing the correct version of the InfoSource. Sometimes, different versions may exist in different environments.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation: 
  
  Check SAP documentation or notes related to InfoSources and data extraction for any specific guidelines or best practices.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: 
  
  RSA1: Data Warehousing Workbench
  RSA3: Data Source Test
  RSO2: InfoSource Maintenance
  
  
  SAP Notes: 
  
  Search for relevant SAP Notes in the SAP Support Portal that may address specific issues related to InfoSources and data extraction.
  
  
  Data Modeling: 
  
  Understanding the data model and how InfoSources fit into the overall architecture of your BW system can help prevent such issues in the future.
  
  
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the RSAR430 error and successfully manage your InfoSources in SAP BW.