How To Fix RSAR820 - DataSource name for 3rd-party system cannot be displayed

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: RSAR - Data Transfer and Metadata Maintenance

• Message number: 820

• Message text: DataSource name for 3rd-party system cannot be displayed

What causes this issue?

No 3rd-party release is assigned to the 3rd-party source system.

System Response

The system issues an error message and will not allow you to continue with this transaction until the error is resolved.

How to fix this error?

Assign a 3rd-party release to the 3rd-party source system.

Procedure for System Administrators

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message RSAR820 - DataSource name for 3rd-party system cannot be displayed ?

  The SAP error message RSAR820 indicates that the DataSource name for a third-party system cannot be displayed. This error typically occurs in the context of SAP BW (Business Warehouse) when trying to access or manage DataSources that are connected to non-SAP systems.
  Cause:
  
  Missing or Incorrect Configuration: The DataSource may not be properly configured in the SAP BW system. This could be due to missing entries in the relevant tables or incorrect settings in the DataSource definition.
  Authorization Issues: The user may not have the necessary authorizations to view or access the DataSource.
  Connectivity Issues: There may be issues with the connection to the third-party system, which can prevent the DataSource from being displayed.
  DataSource Not Activated: The DataSource might not be activated in the SAP BW system, which can lead to it being unavailable for display.
  Technical Issues: There could be underlying technical issues, such as problems with the transport layer or inconsistencies in the system.
  
  Solution:
  
  Check Configuration: Verify the configuration of the DataSource in the SAP BW system. Ensure that all necessary settings are correctly defined.
  
  Go to the DataSource maintenance transaction (e.g., RSA1) and check the DataSource settings.
  
  
  Check Authorizations: Ensure that the user has the necessary authorizations to access the DataSource. This can be done by checking the user roles and authorizations in the SAP system.
  Test Connectivity: Check the connection to the third-party system. You can use transaction codes like SM59 to test the RFC connection.
  Activate DataSource: If the DataSource is not activated, activate it using the appropriate transaction (e.g., RSA1).
  Check Logs: Review the system logs for any additional error messages or warnings that could provide more context about the issue.
  Consult Documentation: Refer to SAP documentation or notes related to the specific DataSource or third-party system for any known issues or additional configuration steps.
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: 
  
  RSA1: Data Warehousing Workbench
  SM59: RFC Destinations
  RSO2: DataSource Maintenance
  
  
  SAP Notes: Check for relevant SAP Notes that may address specific issues related to the DataSource or third-party system integration.
  Support: If the issue persists after checking the above points, consider reaching out to SAP support for further assistance.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to diagnose and resolve the RSAR820 error in your SAP BW environment.