How To Fix RSAR447 - In Content Version of the transfer structure &1, field &2 is missing

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: RSAR - Data Transfer and Metadata Maintenance

• Message number: 447

• Message text: In Content Version of the transfer structure &1, field &2 is missing

What causes this issue?

Field &V2&, which is contained in your version, is missing from the
Content version for transfer rules &V1&.

System Response

If you transfer the transfer rules in "Copy" mode, your field will be
deleted.
If you transfer the transfer rules in "Merge" mode, your fields remain
intact.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message RSAR447 - In Content Version of the transfer structure &1, field &2 is missing ?

  The SAP error message RSAR447 indicates that there is a problem with the transfer structure in the context of data transfer processes, particularly when using SAP BW (Business Warehouse) or SAP BI (Business Intelligence). This error typically arises when a field that is expected in the content version of the transfer structure is missing.
  Cause:
  The error can occur due to several reasons:
  
  Missing Field in Transfer Structure: The field specified in the error message is not present in the transfer structure that is being used for data transfer.
  Changes in Data Source: If the underlying data source (like an InfoSource or DataSource) has been modified (e.g., fields added or removed), the transfer structure may not be updated accordingly.
  Inconsistent Metadata: There may be inconsistencies between the metadata definitions in the source system and the target system.
  Transport Issues: If the transfer structure was transported from one system to another, it might not have been transported correctly, leading to missing fields.
  
  Solution:
  To resolve the RSAR447 error, you can follow these steps:
  
  
  Check Transfer Structure:
  
  Go to the Data Warehousing Workbench (transaction RSA1).
  Navigate to the relevant InfoSource or DataSource and check the transfer structure.
  Ensure that the field mentioned in the error message is present in the transfer structure.
  
  
  
  Update Transfer Structure:
  
  If the field is missing, you may need to update the transfer structure to include the required field.
  You can do this by modifying the transfer structure in the Data Warehousing Workbench.
  
  
  
  Re-activate the DataSource:
  
  If changes were made to the DataSource, re-activate it to ensure that the changes are reflected in the transfer structure.
  This can be done in the DataSource maintenance transaction (transaction RSA2).
  
  
  
  Check for Transport Issues:
  
  If the transfer structure was transported, verify that all related objects were transported correctly.
  You may need to re-transport the transfer structure or related objects if there are discrepancies.
  
  
  
  Consistency Check:
  
  Perform a consistency check on the InfoSource or DataSource to identify any other potential issues.
  This can help in identifying any other missing fields or inconsistencies.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Review SAP documentation or notes related to the specific version of SAP BW/BI you are using for any known issues or additional troubleshooting steps.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: RSA1 (Data Warehousing Workbench), RSA2 (DataSource Maintenance).
  SAP Notes: Check SAP Notes for any specific notes related to RSAR447 or the transfer structure you are working with.
  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 cause of the RSAR447 error in your SAP BW/BI environment.