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

SAP Error Message - Details

• 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 that the field exists in the source system. You can do this by checking the underlying table or view in the source system.
  Verify Data Types: Ensure that the data types of the fields in the source system match those defined in the DataSource. You may need to adjust the DataSource definition to align with the source system.
  Update DataSource: If there have been changes in the source structure, you may need to update the DataSource in SAP BW. This can be done by:
  
  Going to the DataSource in the Data Warehousing Workbench.
  Selecting the option to "Change" or "Adjust" the DataSource.
  Re-defining the field mappings as necessary.
  
  
  Re-activate DataSource: After making the necessary changes, re-activate the DataSource to ensure that the changes take effect.
  Check for Transport Issues: If the DataSource was transported from another system, ensure that all related objects were transported correctly.
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: You can use transaction codes like RSA1 (Data Warehousing Workbench) to manage DataSources and InfoSources.
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that might address specific issues related to this error message.
  Logs and Traces: Review the logs and traces for more detailed error messages that can provide additional context on the issue.
  Documentation: Refer to SAP documentation for DataSource creation and management for best practices and guidelines.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify and resolve the issue causing the RSDF_GENERATOR024 error in your SAP BW environment.