How To Fix RSDF_GENERATOR004 - DataSource &1 does not exist in source system &2

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: RSDF_GENERATOR - Messages for Data Flow Wizard

• Message number: 004

• Message text: DataSource &1 does not exist in source system &2

What causes this issue?

The DataSource &V1& does not exist in the source system &V2&.

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 an existing DataSource. Alternatively you can specify a file
that can be used to create a DataSource. Select the radio button <LS>
Suggestion from File</>.

Procedure for System Administrators

Error message extract from SAP system. Copyright SAP SE.

Smart SAP Assistant

• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message RSDF_GENERATOR004 - DataSource &1 does not exist in source system &2 ?

  The SAP error message RSDF_GENERATOR004 indicates that a DataSource specified in your request does not exist in the source system. This error typically occurs when you are trying to replicate or access a DataSource that has not been properly defined or activated in the source system.
  Cause:
  
  Non-existent DataSource: The DataSource you are trying to access does not exist in the source system.
  Incorrect Source System Configuration: The source system may not be correctly configured or connected to the SAP BW system.
  DataSource Deactivation: The DataSource might have been deactivated or deleted in the source system.
  Transport Issues: If the DataSource was recently transported from another system, it may not have been properly activated in the target system.
  Authorization Issues: The user may not have the necessary authorizations to access the DataSource.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Verify DataSource Existence:
  
  Check in the source system (e.g., SAP ERP) if the DataSource exists. You can do this by navigating to the DataSource maintenance transaction (e.g., RSA1 in the source system).
  
  
  
  Check Source System Connection:
  
  Ensure that the source system is correctly connected to the SAP BW system. You can check this in the BW system under the "Source Systems" section in RSA1.
  
  
  
  Activate DataSource:
  
  If the DataSource exists but is not activated, activate it in the source system.
  
  
  
  Re-transport DataSource:
  
  If the DataSource was recently transported, ensure that it has been activated in the target system. You may need to re-transport or manually create the DataSource.
  
  
  
  Check Authorizations:
  
  Ensure that the user has the necessary authorizations to access the DataSource. This may involve checking roles and authorizations in both the source and BW systems.
  
  
  
  Check for Naming Conventions:
  
  Ensure that the DataSource name is correctly specified, including any prefixes or suffixes that may be required.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  
  Transaction Codes:
  
  RSA1: Data Warehousing Workbench in SAP BW.
  RSA2: DataSource maintenance in the source system.
  
  
  
  Documentation: Refer to SAP Help documentation for more details on DataSource management and troubleshooting.
  
  
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that may address specific issues related to DataSources and error RSDF_GENERATOR004.
  
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify and resolve the issue causing the RSDF_GENERATOR004 error.