How To Fix RSAR718 - Transfer method & does not exist

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: RSAR - Data Transfer and Metadata Maintenance

• Message number: 718

• Message text: Transfer method & does not exist

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message RSAR718 - Transfer method & does not exist ?

  The SAP error message RSAR718 indicates that a specified transfer method does not exist in the system. This error typically occurs in the context of data transfer processes, particularly when working with SAP BW (Business Warehouse) or SAP BI (Business Intelligence) systems.
  Cause:
  
  Missing Transfer Method: The transfer method specified in the data transfer process (DTP) or in the configuration does not exist in the system.
  Incorrect Configuration: The transfer method might have been incorrectly configured or deleted.
  Transport Issues: If the transfer method was recently transported from another system, it may not have been properly imported or activated.
  Version Mismatch: There may be a version mismatch between the source and target systems, leading to the absence of the expected transfer method.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check Transfer Method Configuration:
  
  Go to the Data Transfer Process (DTP) settings in the SAP BW system.
  Verify that the transfer method specified in the DTP is correctly configured and exists in the system.
  
  
  
  Create or Restore Transfer Method:
  
  If the transfer method does not exist, you may need to create it. This can be done in the SAP BW modeling tools.
  If it was deleted, you may need to restore it from a backup or reconfigure it.
  
  
  
  Transport Request:
  
  If the transfer method was supposed to be transported from another system, check the transport request to ensure it was successfully imported.
  If there were issues during the transport, you may need to re-transport the relevant objects.
  
  
  
  Check for Updates:
  
  Ensure that your SAP system is up to date with the latest patches and updates, as sometimes bugs in earlier versions can lead to such issues.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Refer to SAP documentation or notes related to the specific version of your SAP BW/BI system for any known issues or additional troubleshooting steps.
  
  
  
  Contact SAP Support:
  
  If the issue persists after checking the above points, consider reaching out to SAP support for further assistance.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: You may use transaction codes like RSA1 (Data Warehousing Workbench) to access DTP settings and configurations.
  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: Check SAP Community forums or other user groups for similar issues and solutions shared by other users.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the cause of the RSAR718 error and implement a solution to resolve it.