How To Fix RSBC054 - Source cannot return packages with &1 records

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: RSBC - Messages for DTP Command and Command Templates

• Message number: 054

• Message text: Source cannot return packages with &1 records

What causes this issue?

A package size has been specified for data transfer process extraction
that is smaller than the predefined package size. The source cannot
return any packages with &V1& records. The source only returns more than
one data package, if more than &V2& data records have been extracted.

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?

In the data transfer process maintenance screen, select the
<LS>Extraction</> tab and change the
<DS:DE.RSBKMAXSIZE>package size</> from &V1& to &V2&.

Procedure for System Administrators

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message RSBC054 - Source cannot return packages with &1 records ?

  The SAP error message RSBC054 indicates that a source (such as an InfoProvider or a data source) cannot return packages with a specified number of records (denoted by &1). This typically occurs in the context of data extraction or data loading processes in SAP BW (Business Warehouse) or SAP BI (Business Intelligence).
  Cause:
  The error can be caused by several factors, including:
  
  Data Source Configuration: The data source may not be configured correctly to handle the specified number of records.
  Data Volume: The volume of data being processed may exceed the limits set in the system or the settings of the data source.
  Performance Issues: The system may be experiencing performance issues, leading to timeouts or failures in processing large data packages.
  Data Integrity Issues: There may be issues with the data itself, such as inconsistencies or corruption that prevent the source from returning the requested records.
  Buffering Issues: If the data is buffered, there may be issues with the buffer that prevent it from returning the correct number of records.
  
  Solution:
  To resolve the RSBC054 error, you can take the following steps:
  
  
  Check Data Source Configuration:
  
  Verify the settings of the data source in the SAP BW system. Ensure that it is configured to handle the expected volume of data.
  
  
  
  Adjust Package Size:
  
  If possible, reduce the package size in the data extraction settings. This can help in managing the load and avoiding timeouts.
  
  
  
  Monitor System Performance:
  
  Check the performance of the SAP system. Look for any bottlenecks or resource constraints that may be affecting data processing.
  
  
  
  Review Data Integrity:
  
  Perform checks on the data being extracted to ensure there are no inconsistencies or corruption. This may involve running data validation reports or checks.
  
  
  
  Check Buffer Settings:
  
  If buffering is enabled, consider clearing the buffer or adjusting the buffer settings to ensure that it can handle the data being processed.
  
  
  
  Consult SAP Notes:
  
  Look for relevant SAP Notes or documentation that may provide additional insights or specific fixes related to this error message.
  
  
  
  Increase Timeout Settings:
  
  If the error is related to timeouts, consider increasing the timeout settings for the data extraction process.
  
  
  
  Contact SAP Support:
  
  If the issue persists after trying the above solutions, consider reaching out to SAP Support for further assistance.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: You may want to use transaction codes like RSA1 (Data Warehousing Workbench) to check the configuration of your data sources and InfoProviders.
  Monitoring Tools: Use tools like ST22 (Dump Analysis) and SM21 (System Log) to check for any related errors or dumps that could provide more context on the issue.
  Performance Monitoring: Utilize transaction ST03N to analyze system performance and identify any bottlenecks during data extraction processes.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to diagnose and resolve the RSBC054 error effectively.