How To Fix RSBK009 - Specify a target type

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: RSBK - Messages for the Data Transfer Process

• Message number: 009

• Message text: Specify a target type

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message RSBK009 - Specify a target type ?

  The SAP error message RSBK009, which states "Specify a target type," typically occurs in the context of SAP BW (Business Warehouse) when you are trying to execute a process that requires a target type to be defined, but it has not been specified.
  Cause:
  The error usually arises in the following scenarios:
  
  Missing Target Type: When you are trying to load data or execute a process chain, and the target type (like InfoObject, InfoCube, DataStore Object, etc.) is not specified in the settings.
  Incorrect Configuration: The configuration of the data transfer process (DTP) or the process chain may be incomplete or incorrectly set up.
  User Input Error: The user may have overlooked entering the target type in the relevant fields.
  
  Solution:
  To resolve the RSBK009 error, you can follow these steps:
  
  
  Check the Process Chain or DTP:
  
  Go to the relevant process chain or DTP in the SAP BW system.
  Ensure that the target type is correctly specified in the settings. This could be an InfoCube, DataStore Object, or any other target type that you are trying to load data into.
  
  
  
  Edit the Data Transfer Process:
  
  If you are using a DTP, navigate to the DTP settings and ensure that the target is defined correctly.
  Make sure that the target type is selected from the dropdown menu.
  
  
  
  Review the InfoPackage:
  
  If the error occurs during the execution of an InfoPackage, check the InfoPackage settings to ensure that the target type is specified.
  
  
  
  Check Authorization:
  
  Ensure that you have the necessary authorizations to access and modify the target type.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  If you are unsure about the correct target type to use, refer to the SAP documentation or consult with your SAP BW administrator for guidance.
  
  
  
  Testing:
  
  After making the necessary changes, test the process again to ensure that the error has been resolved.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: You may use transaction codes like RSA1 (Data Warehousing Workbench) to access the relevant settings for InfoProviders, DTPs, and process chains.
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that might address specific issues related to this error message.
  SAP Community: Engage with the SAP Community forums for additional insights and solutions from other users who may have encountered the same issue.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the RSBK009 error and successfully specify a target type in your SAP BW processes.