How To Fix RSAR636 - Port definition for source system & deleted

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: RSAR - Data Transfer and Metadata Maintenance

• Message number: 636

• Message text: Port definition for source system & deleted

Self-Explanatory Message

Since SAP believes that this specific error message is 'self-explanatory,' no more information has been given.The majority of messages in the SAP system have a message text, however this is frequently insufficient to comprehend or resolve the problem.

To make things easier, more detailed information is frequently added to describe the issue, how to fix it, and the necessary steps or configuration modifications.

Unfortunately, there isn't any extra information in this error notice.

What else can you do?

First, use our AnswerBot below to get a possible cause and solution (requires a premium subscription).

Also, review the in-depth Common Questions & Answers listed below; you could discover a solution there or be able to connect with others who have faced similar challenges.

You can also try searching the SAP support portal (support.sap.com) but you need a special user ID to access it. It is possible that an SAP support note exists that provides additional details about the mistake or even steps for fixing it.

Smart SAP Assistant

• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message RSAR636 - Port definition for source system & deleted ?

  The SAP error message RSAR636 indicates that the port definition for a source system has been deleted. This typically occurs in the context of SAP BW (Business Warehouse) when there is an issue with the connection to a source system, such as an SAP ERP system or another data source.
  Cause:
  
  Deleted Port Definition: The port definition for the source system has been removed from the system configuration.
  Incorrect Configuration: The source system may not be properly configured in the BW system.
  Transport Issues: If the configuration was transported from another system, the transport might not have included the necessary port definitions.
  System Changes: Changes in the source system or BW system that affect the connection settings.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Recreate the Port Definition:
  
  Go to the transaction code RSA1 (Data Warehousing Workbench).
  Navigate to the "Source Systems" section.
  Locate the source system that is causing the error.
  Check if the port definition exists. If it does not, you will need to recreate it.
  Use the transaction code RSC1 to create or modify the source system and ensure that the port is correctly defined.
  
  
  
  Check Configuration:
  
  Ensure that the source system is correctly configured in the BW system.
  Verify the connection parameters, including the logical system name, RFC destination, and other relevant settings.
  
  
  
  Transport Requests:
  
  If the issue arose after a transport, check the transport request to ensure that all necessary objects, including the port definitions, were included.
  If needed, re-transport the missing objects.
  
  
  
  System Logs:
  
  Check the system logs for any additional error messages or warnings that might provide more context about the issue.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Refer to SAP documentation or notes related to the specific version of SAP BW you are using for any known issues or additional troubleshooting steps.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  
  Transaction Codes:
  
  RSA1: Data Warehousing Workbench
  RSC1: Create Source System
  RSC2: Change Source System
  RSC3: Display Source System
  
  
  
  SAP Notes: Search for relevant SAP Notes in the SAP Support Portal that may address this specific error or provide additional troubleshooting steps.
  
  
  Community Forums: Consider checking SAP Community forums or other SAP-related discussion platforms for similar issues and solutions shared by other users.
  
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the RSAR636 error and restore the connection to the source system.