How To Fix RSDF_GENERATOR001 - Specify a file or select a DataSource

RSDF_GENERATOR001 - Overview

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: RSDF_GENERATOR - Messages for Data Flow Wizard

• Message number: 001

• Message text: Specify a file or select a DataSource

What causes this issue?

You have not specified a file name.

System Response

The system issues an error message and will not allow you to continue with this transaction until the error is resolved.

How to fix this error?

Specify a file name. Alternatively you can select an existing DataSource
as the start point for the wizard. Select the radio button <LS>
Suggestion from existing DataSource</>.

Procedure for System Administrators

Error message extract from SAP system. Copyright SAP SE.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message RSDF_GENERATOR001 - Specify a file or select a DataSource ?

  The SAP error message RSDF_GENERATOR001 typically occurs in the context of SAP BW (Business Warehouse) when you are trying to create or manage a DataSource but have not specified a file or selected a DataSource properly. This error can arise during the process of data extraction or when setting up a DataSource for data loading.
  
  Cause:
  The error is generally caused by one of the following reasons:
  
  No File Selected: If you are trying to upload data from a file, you may not have selected a file for the upload.
  DataSource Not Selected: If you are trying to create or modify a DataSource, you may not have selected an existing DataSource from the list.
  Incorrect Configuration: There may be an issue with the configuration of the DataSource or the extraction process that prevents the system from recognizing the file or DataSource.
  
  
  Solution:
  To resolve the RSDF_GENERATOR001 error, you can follow these steps:
  
  
  Select a File:
  
  If you are uploading