How To Fix RSAR762 - Selection fields for InfoSource & (&) changed (source system=&)

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: RSAR - Data Transfer and Metadata Maintenance

• Message number: 762

• Message text: Selection fields for InfoSource & (&) changed (source system=&)

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message RSAR762 - Selection fields for InfoSource & (&) changed (source system=&) ?

  The SAP error message RSAR762 indicates that there has been a change in the selection fields for an InfoSource in the source system. This typically occurs in the context of SAP BW (Business Warehouse) when there are modifications made to the data source or InfoSource in the source system (like SAP ERP) that are not reflected in the BW system.
  Cause:
  
  Changes in the Source System: The fields that are used for selection in the InfoSource have been modified, added, or removed in the source system.
  Inconsistent Metadata: The metadata in the BW system is not in sync with the source system due to changes made after the initial extraction setup.
  Transport Issues: If changes were transported from the development environment to production, there might be inconsistencies if the transport was not executed properly.
  
  Solution:
  
  Check the Source System: Verify the changes made to the InfoSource in the source system. Ensure that the selection fields are correctly defined.
  Update the InfoSource in BW:
  
  Go to the BW system and navigate to the InfoSource that is causing the error.
  Use transaction code RSA1 to access the Data Warehousing Workbench.
  Find the InfoSource and check its settings.
  If necessary, re-import the InfoSource to update the metadata in BW.
  
  
  Re-activate the InfoSource: After making sure that the InfoSource is correctly defined, re-activate it in the BW system.
  Check for DataSource Changes: If the InfoSource is based on a DataSource, ensure that the DataSource is also updated and activated.
  Test the Extraction: After making the necessary changes, perform a test extraction to ensure that the error is resolved.
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: 
  
  RSA1: Data Warehousing Workbench
  RSC1: Create InfoSource
  RSC2: Change InfoSource
  RSC3: Display InfoSource
  
  
  Documentation: Refer to SAP Help documentation for detailed steps on managing InfoSources and DataSources.
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that might address specific issues related to this error message.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the RSAR762 error and ensure that your BW system is correctly aligned with the source system.