How To Fix RSAR490 - DataSource & source system & could not be read

RSAR490 - Overview

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: RSAR - Data Transfer and Metadata Maintenance

• Message number: 490

• Message text: DataSource & source system & could not be read

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message RSAR490 - DataSource & source system & could not be read ?

  The SAP error message RSAR490 indicates that a DataSource could not be read from the source system. This error typically occurs in the context of SAP BW (Business Warehouse) when trying to extract data from a source system, such as an SAP ERP system or a non-SAP system.
  Causes of RSAR490 Error
  
  
  DataSource 
  Configuration Issues: The DataSource may not be properly configured in the source system. This could include missing or incorrect settings.
  
  
  Authorization Issues: The user executing the extraction may not have the necessary authorizations to access the DataSource in the source system.
  
  
  Source System Connectivity: There may be connectivity issues between the BW system and the source system. This could be due to network problems, incorrect RFC destination settings, or the source system being down.
  
  
  DataSource Activation: The DataSource may not be activated in the source system. If it is a new DataSource, it needs to be activated before it can be used.
  
  
  Transport