How To Fix RSDA167 - Connection &1 used in data archiving process &2 does not exist

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: RSDA - BW Archiving: Messages

• Message number: 167

• Message text: Connection &1 used in data archiving process &2 does not exist

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message RSDA167 - Connection &1 used in data archiving process &2 does not exist ?

  The SAP error message RSDA167 indicates that a specific connection used in a data archiving process does not exist. This error typically arises in the context of data archiving when the system is trying to access a database connection that has not been defined or is incorrectly configured.
  Cause:
  
  Missing Connection: The connection specified in the archiving process does not exist in the SAP system.
  Incorrect Configuration: The connection might be incorrectly configured or the name might be misspelled.
  Transport Issues: If the connection was recently transported from another system, it may not have been set up correctly in the target system.
  Authorization Issues: The user executing the archiving process may not have the necessary authorizations to access the specified connection.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check Connection Configuration:
  
  Go to transaction code DBACOCKPIT or SM59 to check the configuration of the database connections.
  Ensure that the connection name used in the archiving process matches exactly with the defined connection in the system.
  
  
  
  Create or Correct the Connection:
  
  If the connection does not exist, create it using the appropriate parameters (e.g., database type, host, instance, etc.).
  If it exists but is misconfigured, correct the parameters.
  
  
  
  Review Archiving Settings:
  
  Check the archiving settings in transaction SARA to ensure that the correct connection is specified for the archiving object you are working with.
  
  
  
  Authorization Check:
  
  Ensure that the user executing the archiving process has the necessary authorizations to access the connection. This may involve checking roles and profiles assigned to the user.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Refer to SAP documentation or notes related to the specific archiving object you are working with for any additional configuration steps that may be required.
  
  
  
  System Logs:
  
  Check system logs (transaction SM21) for any additional error messages or warnings that may provide more context about the issue.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  
  Transaction Codes:
  
  SARA: Archive Administration
  SM59: RFC Destinations
  DBACOCKPIT: Database Administration Cockpit
  
  
  
  SAP Notes: Search for relevant SAP Notes in the SAP Support Portal that may address specific issues related to the error message RSDA167.
  
  
  SAP Community: Engage with the SAP Community forums for insights from other users who may have encountered similar issues.
  
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify and resolve the cause of the RSDA167 error message in your SAP system.