How To Fix RSD_MAPPING007 - Enter Source System

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: RSD_MAPPING - Assignments of InfoObjects

• Message number: 007

• Message text: Enter Source System

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message RSD_MAPPING007 - Enter Source System ?

  The SAP error message RSD_MAPPING007: "Enter Source System" typically occurs in the context of data extraction or data mapping in SAP BW (Business Warehouse) when a source system is not specified or is incorrectly configured. This error can arise during the process of creating or modifying data sources, InfoObjects, or when setting up data extraction from a source system.
  Cause:
  
  Missing Source System: The source system has not been defined in the data source or mapping settings.
  Incorrect Configuration: The source system may be incorrectly configured or not activated in the BW system.
  Authorization Issues: The user may not have the necessary authorizations to access the source system.
  Technical Issues: There may be technical issues with the connection to the source system.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Define Source System:
  
  Go to the SAP BW system and check the settings for the data source or InfoObject where the error occurred.
  Ensure that a valid source system is specified. You can do this by navigating to the relevant data source or InfoObject and checking the source system settings.
  
  
  
  Check Source System Configuration:
  
  Verify that the source system is correctly configured in the SAP BW system. You can do this by going to the transaction code RSA1 (Data Warehousing Workbench) and checking the source system settings.
  Ensure that the source system is activated and properly connected.
  
  
  
  User Authorizations:
  
  Check if the user has the necessary authorizations to access the source system. This can be done by reviewing the user roles and authorizations in the SAP system.
  
  
  
  Technical Checks:
  
  If the source system is a remote system, ensure that the connection is active and that there are no network issues.
  You can test the connection to the source system using transaction SM59 (RFC Destinations) to ensure that it is reachable.
  
  
  
  Recreate Data Source:
  
  If the issue persists, consider recreating the data source or InfoObject to ensure that all settings are correctly applied.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes:
  
  RSA1: Data Warehousing Workbench
  SM59: RFC Destinations
  RSD1: InfoObject Maintenance
  
  
  Documentation: Refer to SAP Help documentation for detailed guidance on configuring source systems and data sources in SAP BW.
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that may address specific issues related to this error message.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the RSD_MAPPING007 error and ensure that the source system is correctly defined and configured in your SAP BW environment.