How To Fix RSDHA078 - InfoProvider '&2': Mapping missing for field '&1'

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: RSDHA - HANA Analysis in BW

• Message number: 078

• Message text: InfoProvider '&2': Mapping missing for field '&1'

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message RSDHA078 - InfoProvider '&2': Mapping missing for field '&1' ?

  The SAP error message RSDHA078 indicates that there is a mapping issue in the InfoProvider for a specific field. This typically occurs in the context of SAP BW (Business Warehouse) when there is a discrepancy between the data model and the data being processed.
  Cause:
  The error message "Mapping missing for field '&1'" suggests that the system is unable to find a mapping for the specified field in the InfoProvider '&2'. This can happen due to several reasons:
  
  Field Not Mapped: The field in question has not been mapped in the InfoProvider's data model.
  Changes in Data Model: Changes made to the InfoProvider or the underlying data source may have resulted in the field being removed or renamed.
  Data Source Issues: The data source from which the InfoProvider is pulling data may not contain the field, or the field may have been altered.
  Transformation Issues: If the data is being transformed before loading into the InfoProvider, there may be an issue in the transformation rules that prevents the field from being correctly mapped.
  
  Solution:
  To resolve the RSDHA078 error, you can follow these steps:
  
  
  Check the InfoProvider:
  
  Go to the InfoProvider in the SAP BW system and verify the structure of the InfoProvider.
  Ensure that the field mentioned in the error message is included in the InfoProvider.
  
  
  
  Review Data Source:
  
  Check the underlying data source to ensure that the field exists and is correctly defined.
  If the data source has changed, you may need to update the InfoProvider accordingly.
  
  
  
  Update Transformations:
  
  If the data is being transformed, review the transformation rules to ensure that the field is being correctly mapped.
  Make any necessary adjustments to the transformation to include the missing field.
  
  
  
  Re-activate the InfoProvider:
  
  After making changes, you may need to re-activate the InfoProvider to ensure that the changes take effect.
  
  
  
  Check for Errors in Data Load:
  
  If the error occurs during a data load, check the data load logs for additional error messages that may provide more context.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Review SAP documentation or notes related to the specific InfoProvider and field to see if there are any known issues or additional steps required.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: You may use transaction codes like RSA1 (Data Warehousing Workbench) to access InfoProviders and transformations.
  SAP Notes: Check SAP Notes for any known issues or patches related to the specific version of SAP BW you are using.
  Data Modeling: Familiarize yourself with data modeling concepts in SAP BW, including InfoProviders, data sources, and transformations, to better understand how to troubleshoot mapping issues.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify and resolve the cause of the RSDHA078 error in your SAP BW environment.