How To Fix RSDF013 - Data flow &1 does not exist

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: RSDF - Messages: Data Flow Object

• Message number: 013

• Message text: Data flow &1 does not exist

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message RSDF013 - Data flow &1 does not exist ?

  The SAP error message RSDF013 indicates that a specific data flow does not exist in the system. This error typically occurs in the context of SAP BW (Business Warehouse) when trying to execute or manage data flows that are not defined or have been deleted.
  Cause:
  
  Non-Existent Data Flow: The data flow you are trying to access or execute has not been created or has been deleted.
  Incorrect Naming: There may be a typo or incorrect naming in the data flow reference.
  Transport Issues: If the data flow was transported from another system, it may not have been transported correctly or completely.
  Authorization Issues: Lack of proper authorizations to view or execute the data flow.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Verify Data Flow Existence:
  
  Check in the Data Warehousing Workbench (transaction code RSA1) to see if the data flow exists.
  Ensure that you are using the correct name and that it is spelled correctly.
  
  
  
  Recreate the Data Flow:
  
  If the data flow does not exist, you may need to recreate it. This can involve defining the data source, transformation, and data target again.
  
  
  
  Check Transport Requests:
  
  If the data flow was supposed to be transported from another system, check the transport requests to ensure that they were completed successfully.
  
  
  
  Authorization Check:
  
  Ensure that you have the necessary authorizations to access and execute the data flow. You may need to contact your SAP security team to verify your permissions.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Review any relevant documentation or notes related to the specific data flow you are working with to ensure that all prerequisites are met.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: 
  
  RSA1: Data Warehousing Workbench
  RSPC: Process Chain Maintenance
  
  
  SAP Notes: Check SAP Notes for any known issues or patches related to the specific version of SAP BW you are using.
  Logs and Traces: Review logs and traces for additional error messages that may provide more context about the issue.
  
  If the problem persists after following these steps, consider reaching out to SAP support or your internal SAP team for further assistance.