How To Fix RSAR442 - InfoSource &1 has the name &2 in Content Version

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: RSAR - Data Transfer and Metadata Maintenance

• Message number: 442

• Message text: InfoSource &1 has the name &2 in Content Version

What causes this issue?

InfoSource &V1& has different descriptions in the Content version and
your version:
Content: Description &V2&
Your system: Descriptoin &V3&

System Response

If you transfer the InfoSource from the Content, your version will be
overwritten by the Content version.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message RSAR442 - InfoSource &1 has the name &2 in Content Version ?

  The SAP error message RSAR442 indicates that there is a conflict or issue with the naming of an InfoSource in the context of the Content Version. This typically occurs in the context of SAP BW (Business Warehouse) when there are inconsistencies or conflicts in the InfoSource definitions.
  Cause:
  The error message RSAR442 usually arises due to one of the following reasons:
  
  Duplicate Names: The InfoSource you are trying to use has a name that conflicts with another InfoSource in the same content version.
  Content Version Issues: The InfoSource may have been modified or not properly activated in the content version you are working with.
  Transport Issues: If the InfoSource was transported from another system, there may be inconsistencies in the naming or versioning.
  Versioning Conflicts: There may be multiple versions of the InfoSource, and the system is unable to determine which one to use.
  
  Solution:
  To resolve the RSAR442 error, you can take the following steps:
  
  
  Check InfoSource Names: Verify that the InfoSource name you are trying to use is unique within the content version. You can do this by checking the InfoSources in the relevant InfoProvider or DataSource.
  
  
  Activate the InfoSource: If the InfoSource is not activated, activate it in the relevant content version. You can do this in the SAP BW system by navigating to the InfoSource and checking its activation status.
  
  
  Review Content Version: Ensure that you are working with the correct content version. If you have multiple versions, make sure you are using the one that contains the correct InfoSource.
  
  
  Transport Check: If the InfoSource was recently transported, check the transport logs for any errors or warnings that may indicate issues with the transport.
  
  
  Delete or Rename Conflicting InfoSource: If there is a duplicate InfoSource, consider renaming or deleting the conflicting InfoSource if it is not needed.
  
  
  Consult Documentation: Refer to SAP documentation or notes related to InfoSources and content versions for any specific guidance or updates that may apply to your situation.
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  SAP Notes: Check SAP Notes for any known issues or patches related to RSAR442. SAP frequently updates their knowledge base with solutions to common errors.
  Transaction Codes: Use transaction codes like RSA1 (Data Warehousing Workbench) to manage InfoSources and check their status.
  SAP Community: Engage with the SAP Community forums for insights from other users who may have encountered similar issues.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify and resolve the issue causing the RSAR442 error in your SAP BW environment.