How To Fix RSCOPA005 - Field &1 does not exist in source system &2

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: RSCOPA - Messages for Metadata Handling

• Message number: 005

• Message text: Field &1 does not exist in source system &2

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message RSCOPA005 - Field &1 does not exist in source system &2 ?

  The SAP error message RSCOPA005 indicates that a specific field (denoted as &1) does not exist in the source system (denoted as &2). This error typically occurs during data extraction or data transfer processes, particularly when working with SAP BW (Business Warehouse) or SAP Data Services.
  Cause:
  
  Field Mismatch: The field specified in the error message is not present in the data source. This could be due to changes in the source system, such as field deletions or renaming.
  Incorrect Data Source Configuration: The data source may not be correctly configured in the SAP BW system, leading to the system not recognizing the field.
  Transport Issues: If the data source was recently transported from one system to another, there may have been issues during the transport process that caused the field to be missing.
  Version Compatibility: The source system may be running a different version of the data model than what is expected in the BW system.
  
  Solution:
  
  Verify Field Existence: Check the source system to confirm whether the field exists. If it has been deleted or renamed, you will need to update the data source in BW accordingly.
  Update Data Source: If the field has been renamed or modified, update the data source definition in SAP BW to reflect these changes.
  Recheck Data Source Configuration: Ensure that the data source is correctly configured in the BW system. This includes checking the extraction settings and ensuring that the field mappings are correct.
  Transport Check: If the issue arose after a transport, verify that the transport was successful and that all necessary objects were included.
  Consult Documentation: Review any relevant documentation or release notes for changes in the source system that may affect the data extraction process.
  Testing: After making the necessary changes, perform a test extraction to ensure that the issue is resolved.
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: You may use transaction codes like RSA1 (Data Warehousing Workbench) to check the data source and its configuration.
  SAP Notes: Check SAP Notes for any known issues related to the specific data source or field in question.
  Data Source Documentation: Review the documentation for the specific data source to understand its structure and any dependencies.
  Support: If the issue persists, consider reaching out to SAP support for further assistance, providing them with the error details and any steps you have already taken.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the cause of the RSCOPA005 error and implement a solution to resolve it.