How To Fix RSBBS207 - Source system &2 is not unique for InfoSource &1

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

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

• Message number: 207

• Message text: Source system &2 is not unique for InfoSource &1

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message RSBBS207 - Source system &2 is not unique for InfoSource &1 ?

  The SAP error message RSBBS207 indicates that there is a problem with the configuration of the InfoSource in the context of the SAP Business Warehouse (BW) system. Specifically, it means that the source system specified for the InfoSource is not unique, which can lead to ambiguity in data extraction.
  Cause:
  This error typically occurs when:
  
  Multiple Source Systems: There are multiple source systems defined in the BW system that are associated with the same InfoSource. This can happen if the same InfoSource is configured to pull data from more than one source system.
  Incorrect Configuration: The InfoSource might be incorrectly configured, leading to a situation where the system cannot determine which source system to use for data extraction.
  Transport Issues: If the InfoSource was transported from one system to another, it might not have been configured correctly in the target system.
  
  Solution:
  To resolve the RSBBS207 error, you can take the following steps:
  
  
  Check Source System Configuration:
  
  Go to the InfoSource in the SAP BW system (transaction code RSA1).
  Navigate to the InfoSource and check the source system assignments.
  Ensure that each InfoSource is linked to a unique source system.
  
  
  
  Remove Duplicates:
  
  If you find that multiple source systems are assigned to the same InfoSource, you will need to remove the duplicates or clarify which source system should be used.
  
  
  
  Adjust DataSource Settings:
  
  Check the DataSources associated with the InfoSource. Make sure that each DataSource is correctly configured to point to the intended source system.
  
  
  
  Transport Requests:
  
  If the issue arose after a transport, verify that the transport request included all necessary configurations and that they were correctly applied in the target system.
  
  
  
  Testing:
  
  After making the necessary adjustments, test the data extraction process to ensure that the error is resolved.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Use transaction codes like RSA1 (Data Warehousing Workbench) to manage InfoSources and DataSources.
  Documentation: Refer to SAP Help documentation for detailed guidance on configuring 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 RSBBS207 error and ensure that your InfoSource is correctly configured for data extraction from the appropriate source system.