How To Fix RSDF_GENERATOR024 - Assigned field has the wrong data type or does not exist

RSDF_GENERATOR024 - Overview

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: RSDF_GENERATOR - Messages for Data Flow Wizard

• Message number: 024

• Message text: Assigned field has the wrong data type or does not exist

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message RSDF_GENERATOR024 - Assigned field has the wrong data type or does not exist ?

  The SAP error message RSDF_GENERATOR024 indicates that there is an issue with the assignment of fields in a DataSource or InfoSource, specifically that the assigned field has the wrong data type or does not exist in the source system. This error typically occurs during the extraction process in SAP BW (Business Warehouse) when trying to generate or activate a DataSource.
  Causes:
  
  Field Mismatch: The field you are trying to map does not exist in the source system or has been renamed.
  Data Type Mismatch: The data type of the field in the source system does not match the expected data type in the DataSource definition.
  Changes in Source Structure: If there have been changes in the underlying database or structure of the source system (like a table or view), it may lead to this error.
  Incorrect Field Mapping: The field mapping in the DataSource may not be correctly defined, leading to mismatches.
  
  Solutions:
  
  Check Field Existence: Verify