How To Fix RSCRT163 - InfoPackages for RDA cannot be used in process chains

RSCRT163 - Overview

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: RSCRT - Near-To-Real-Time Messages

• Message number: 163

• Message text: InfoPackages for RDA cannot be used in process chains

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message RSCRT163 - InfoPackages for RDA cannot be used in process chains ?

  The SAP error message RSCRT163 indicates that InfoPackages for Remote Data Access (RDA) cannot be used in process chains. This error typically arises when you attempt to include an InfoPackage that is configured for RDA in a process chain, which is not supported by SAP.
  
  Cause:
  The primary cause of this error is that RDA InfoPackages are designed for real-time data extraction and are not compatible with the batch processing model used in process chains. Process chains are intended for batch processing of data, while RDA is meant for real-time data access and loading.
  
  Solution:
  To resolve this error, you can consider the following solutions:
  
  
  Use Standard InfoPackages: Instead of using RDA InfoPackages, use standard InfoPackages that are designed for batch processing. These InfoPackages can be included in process chains without any issues.
  
  
  Separate Real-Time and Batch Processes: If you need to use RDA for real-time data extraction, consider separating your real-time data loading processes from