How To Fix RSDHA081 - Assigned source field &1 does not exist in data source

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: RSDHA - HANA Analysis in BW

• Message number: 081

• Message text: Assigned source field &1 does not exist in data source

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message RSDHA081 - Assigned source field &1 does not exist in data source ?

  The SAP error message RSDHA081 indicates that there is an issue with a data source in the context of SAP BW (Business Warehouse) or SAP BI (Business Intelligence). Specifically, the error states that an assigned source field does not exist in the specified data source. This can occur during the process of data modeling, data extraction, or when trying to activate or use a data source.
  Cause:
  
  Field Mismatch: The field that is being referenced in the InfoObject or transformation does not exist in the underlying data source (e.g., a table or a view).
  Changes in Data Source: The structure of the data source may have changed (e.g., fields added, removed, or renamed) after the InfoObject or transformation was created.
  Incorrect Mapping: The mapping between the InfoObject and the data source may not be correctly defined.
  Transport Issues: If the data source was transported from one system to another, there may be inconsistencies in the field definitions.
  
  Solution:
  
  Check Data Source Structure: Verify the structure of the data source to ensure that the field in question actually exists. You can do this by checking the underlying database table or view.
  Update InfoObject/Transformation: If the field has been renamed or removed, update the InfoObject or transformation to reflect the current structure of the data source.
  Recreate the Mapping: If the mapping is incorrect, you may need to recreate it to ensure that the correct fields are being referenced.
  Activate Data Source: After making changes, ensure that you activate the data source and any related objects (like InfoObjects or transformations) to apply the changes.
  Check for Transport Issues: If the issue arose after a transport, ensure that all necessary objects were transported correctly and that there are no inconsistencies between the source and target systems.
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: You can use transaction codes like RSA1 (Data Warehousing Workbench) to check the data source and InfoObjects.
  Data Source Maintenance: Use transaction code RSO2 to maintain the data source and check its structure.
  Error Logs: Check the error logs for more detailed information about the error, which can help in diagnosing the issue.
  SAP Notes: Look for relevant SAP Notes that may address known issues or provide additional guidance on resolving this error.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the cause of the error and implement a solution to resolve it.