How To Fix RSAWBN_SER003 - Selected object is not a valid source of DTP

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: RSAWBN_SER - DWB Services

• Message number: 003

• Message text: Selected object is not a valid source of DTP

What causes this issue?

The object you have selected is not valid.

System Response

The system terminates processing.

How to fix this error?

Valid objects are highlighted in the tree. Chose a valid object.

Procedure for System Administrators

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

Error message extract from SAP system. Copyright SAP SE.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message RSAWBN_SER003 - Selected object is not a valid source of DTP ?

  The SAP error message RSAWBN_SER003 Selected object is not a valid source of DTP typically occurs in the context of Data Transfer Processes (DTP) in SAP BW (Business Warehouse). This error indicates that the object you are trying to use as a source for the DTP is not valid or not compatible with the DTP settings.
  Causes:
  
  Invalid Source Object: The selected object (e.g., InfoSource, DataSource, or InfoProvider) may not be compatible with the DTP you are trying to create or execute.
  Object Type Mismatch: The source object might not be of the expected type. For example, if the DTP is expecting a DataSource but you selected an InfoObject or InfoProvider.
  Inactive or Deleted Objects: The source object may be inactive or deleted in the system, leading to this error.
  Authorization Issues: Lack of proper authorizations to access the selected object can also lead to this error.
  Incorrect DTP Settings: The DTP settings may not align with the characteristics of the selected source object.
  
  Solutions:
  
  Verify the Source Object: Check if the selected source object is indeed a valid DataSource or InfoProvider that can be used in the DTP. Ensure it is active and correctly configured.
  Check Object Type: Ensure that the type of the selected object matches the expected type for the DTP. If the DTP is designed for a specific type of source, make sure you are selecting the correct one.
  Recreate the DTP: If the DTP was created with an invalid source, consider deleting it and recreating it with the correct source object.
  Check Authorizations: Ensure that you have the necessary authorizations to access the selected source object. Consult with your SAP security team if needed.
  Review DTP Settings: Go through the DTP settings to ensure they are correctly configured for the selected source object. This includes checking the extraction mode, transformation rules, and other relevant settings.
  
  Related Information:
  
  SAP Notes: Check SAP Notes related to DTP errors for any specific patches or updates that might address this issue.
  SAP Documentation: Refer to the official SAP BW documentation for detailed information on DTP configuration and troubleshooting.
  Transaction Codes: Use transaction codes like RSA1 (Data Warehousing Workbench) to navigate and check the configuration of your DataSources and DTPs.
  Logs and Traces: Review the logs and traces for more detailed error messages that can provide additional context for the issue.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the cause of the error and implement a solution to resolve it.