How To Fix RSAR662 - New attribute & for InfoSource & (&) inserted

RSAR662 - Overview

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: RSAR - Data Transfer and Metadata Maintenance

• Message number: 662

• Message text: New attribute & for InfoSource & (&) inserted

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message RSAR662 - New attribute & for InfoSource & (&) inserted ?

  The SAP error message RSAR662 indicates that a new attribute has been added to an InfoSource, which can affect data extraction and reporting processes. This message typically arises in the context of SAP BW (Business Warehouse) when changes are made to the data model, particularly when new fields or attributes are introduced.
  
  Cause:
  The error message RSAR662 is triggered when:
  
  A new attribute is added to an InfoSource in the SAP BW system.
  The data model or extraction process is not updated to accommodate this new attribute.
  The InfoSource is being used in a data flow that has not been adjusted to include the new attribute.
  
  
  Solution:
  To resolve the RSAR662 error, you can follow these steps:
  
  
  Check the InfoSource: Verify the InfoSource definition to confirm that the new attribute has been correctly added.
  
  
  Update Data Flow: If the InfoSource is part of a data flow (e.g., DataSource, InfoCube, DSO), ensure that all dependent objects are updated to include