How To Fix RSCRT168 - Error during creation of an Ipak for DataSource & from source system &

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

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

• Message number: 168

• Message text: Error during creation of an Ipak for DataSource & from source system &

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message RSCRT168 - Error during creation of an Ipak for DataSource & from source system & ?

  The SAP error message RSCRT168 indicates that there was an issue during the creation of an InfoPackage (Ipak) for a DataSource from a source system. This error can occur for various reasons, and understanding the cause is essential for troubleshooting and resolving the issue.
  Possible Causes:
  
  DataSource Configuration Issues: The DataSource may not be properly configured or activated in the source system.
  Authorization Issues: The user executing the InfoPackage may not have the necessary authorizations to access the DataSource or the source system.
  Connection Problems: There may be connectivity issues between the SAP BW system and the source system, such as network problems or incorrect connection settings.
  Data Transfer Issues: There could be issues with the data transfer process, such as incorrect settings in the InfoPackage or problems with the data itself.
  Source System Down: The source system might be down or not reachable at the time of the InfoPackage execution.
  Incorrect InfoPackage Settings: The settings in the InfoPackage might be incorrect, such as the selection criteria or the data extraction method.
  
  Solutions:
  
  Check DataSource Activation: Ensure that the DataSource is activated in the source system. You can do this by navigating to the DataSource in the source system and checking its status.
  Verify Authorizations: Make sure that the user executing the InfoPackage has the necessary authorizations to access the DataSource and the source system.
  Test Connection: Use transaction codes like RSA1 in BW to test the connection to the source system. Ensure that the connection settings are correct and that the source system is reachable.
  Review InfoPackage Settings: Check the settings of the InfoPackage for any incorrect parameters or selection criteria. Make sure that the data extraction method is appropriate for the DataSource.
  Check Source System Status: Verify that the source system is up and running. If it is down, you will need to wait until it is back online.
  Review Logs: Check the logs for more detailed error messages. You can find logs in transaction SM37 for job logs or SLG1 for application logs related to the InfoPackage execution.
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes:
  
  RSA1: Data Warehousing Workbench
  SM37: Job Monitoring
  SLG1: Application Log
  
  
  SAP Notes: Search for relevant SAP Notes in the SAP Support Portal that may address specific issues related to the RSCRT168 error.
  Documentation: Review SAP documentation on InfoPackages and DataSources for best practices and troubleshooting steps.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the cause of the RSCRT168 error and implement a solution to resolve it. If the issue persists, consider reaching out to SAP support for further assistance.