How To Fix RSBBS205 - InfoSource &1 does not exist or is not active

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: RSBBS - BW: Reports-Reports-Interface

• Message number: 205

• Message text: InfoSource &1 does not exist or is not active

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message RSBBS205 - InfoSource &1 does not exist or is not active ?

  The SAP error message RSBBS205 indicates that the InfoSource specified in the error message does not exist or is not active in the system. This error typically occurs in the context of SAP BW (Business Warehouse) when trying to use an InfoSource in a data flow or when attempting to load data.
  Cause:
  
  Non-Existent InfoSource: The InfoSource you are trying to use may not have been created or may have been deleted.
  Inactive InfoSource: The InfoSource exists but is not activated. In SAP BW, InfoSources must be activated before they can be used in data flows.
  Transport Issues: If the InfoSource was recently transported from another system, it may not have been activated in the target system.
  Authorization Issues: The user may not have the necessary authorizations to access the InfoSource.
  
  Solution:
  
  Check Existence: Verify that the InfoSource exists in the system. You can do this by navigating to the InfoSource maintenance transaction (e.g., RSA1) and checking the list of InfoSources.
  Activate the InfoSource: If the InfoSource exists but is inactive, activate it. You can do this in the InfoSource maintenance screen by selecting the InfoSource and choosing the "Activate" option.
  Check Transport Status: If the InfoSource was transported, ensure that it has been activated in the target system. You may need to re-activate it after transport.
  Review Authorizations: Ensure that the user has the necessary authorizations to access the InfoSource. Check the user roles and authorizations in the SAP system.
  Check for Naming Issues: Ensure that there are no typos or naming discrepancies in the InfoSource name being referenced.
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Use transaction code RSA1 to access the Data Warehousing Workbench, where you can manage InfoSources.
  Documentation: Refer to SAP Help documentation for detailed information on InfoSources and their management.
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that may address specific issues related to InfoSources and error RSBBS205.
  Debugging: If the issue persists, consider debugging the process to identify where the error is occurring in the data flow.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the RSBBS205 error and ensure that the InfoSource is correctly set up and active in your SAP BW environment.