How To Fix RSAR443 - In Content Version, communication structure &1 is missing field &2

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: RSAR - Data Transfer and Metadata Maintenance

• Message number: 443

• Message text: In Content Version, communication structure &1 is missing field &2

What causes this issue?

Field &V2&, which is contained in your version, is missing from the
Content version of the communication structure &V1& .

System Response

If you transfer the communication structure in "Copy" mode, your field
will be deleted. This will probably lead to errors when activating. It
is better,therefore, to transfer them without automatic activation.
If you transfer the communication structure in "Merge" mode, your
fields will remain intact. You can activate automatically.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message RSAR443 - In Content Version, communication structure &1 is missing field &2 ?

  The SAP error message RSAR443 indicates that there is a problem with the communication structure in the context of SAP BW (Business Warehouse) or SAP BI (Business Intelligence). Specifically, it means that a required field is missing from the communication structure for a particular content version.
  Cause:
  The error typically arises due to one of the following reasons:
  
  
  Missing Field in Communication Structure: The field that is expected in the communication structure is not present. This can happen if the data source or InfoSource has been modified, or if the data model has been updated without corresponding changes in the communication structure.
  
  
  Version Mismatch: There may be a mismatch between the version of the content you are using and the version of the communication structure. If the content version has been updated but the communication structure has not been adjusted accordingly, this error can occur.
  
  
  Transport Issues: If the content was transported from one system to another, there may have been issues during the transport process that led to missing fields.
  
  
  Custom Modifications: If there have been custom modifications to the standard content, it may lead to inconsistencies in the communication structure.
  
  
  Solution:
  To resolve the RSAR443 error, you can take the following steps:
  
  
  Check Communication Structure: Verify the communication structure in the Data Warehousing Workbench (transaction RSA1). Ensure that the required field is present in the structure.
  
  
  Update Communication Structure: If the field is missing, you may need to update the communication structure to include the required field. This can involve modifying the structure or regenerating it based on the latest version of the data source.
  
  
  Check Content Version: Ensure that you are using the correct version of the content. If there have been updates, make sure that all related objects are also updated accordingly.
  
  
  Transport Check: If the issue arose after a transport, check the transport logs for any errors or warnings that might indicate what went wrong during the transport process.
  
  
  Re-activate Objects: Sometimes, re-activating the InfoSource or the data source can help resolve inconsistencies. You can do this in the Data Warehousing Workbench.
  
  
  Consult Documentation: Review the SAP documentation or notes related to the specific content version you are using. There may be specific instructions or known issues that can help you resolve the problem.
  
  
  Contact SAP Support: If the issue persists after trying the above steps, consider reaching out to SAP support for further assistance. They may have additional insights or patches available for your specific situation.
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: RSA1 (Data Warehousing Workbench), RSA3 (DataSource Test), and RSO2 (InfoSource Maintenance) can be useful for troubleshooting.
  SAP Notes: Check for relevant SAP Notes that might address this specific error or provide guidance on communication structures.
  Documentation: Review the SAP BW/BI documentation for best practices on managing communication structures and data sources.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify and resolve the cause of the RSAR443 error in your SAP environment.