How To Fix RSDHA216 - Source field '&1' missing for operation input mapping

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: RSDHA - HANA Analysis in BW

• Message number: 216

• Message text: Source field '&1' missing for operation input mapping

What causes this issue?

Source field &V1& is missing for operation input mapping.

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?

The mapped source field has probably been deleted from the data source.
The mapping has therefore been modified in accordance with the new input
structure of the data source.

Procedure for System Administrators

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message RSDHA216 - Source field '&1' missing for operation input mapping ?

  The SAP error message RSDHA216 indicates that there is a problem with the data source field mapping in a data flow or transformation process within SAP BW (Business Warehouse). Specifically, it means that a required source field (denoted as &1 in the error message) is missing for the operation input mapping.
  Cause:
  
  Field Not Available: The source field that is referenced in the mapping does not exist in the data source or InfoObject.
  Incorrect Mapping: The mapping configuration may be incorrect, leading to a reference to a non-existent field.
  Data Source Changes: Changes in the underlying data source (like a change in the structure of a table or view) may have removed or renamed the field.
  Transport Issues: If the data flow or transformation was transported from one system to another, there may have been issues with the transport that caused the field to be missing.
  
  Solution:
  
  Check Data Source: Verify that the source field exists in the data source. You can do this by checking the underlying table or view in the database.
  Review Mapping Configuration: Go to the transformation or data flow where the error occurs and check the mapping configuration. Ensure that all required fields are correctly mapped.
  Update Data Source: If the source field has been renamed or removed, update the mapping to reflect the current structure of the data source.
  Re-activate Objects: Sometimes, re-activating the transformation or data flow can resolve issues related to metadata inconsistencies.
  Check Transport Logs: If the issue arose after a transport, check the transport logs for any errors or warnings that might indicate problems with the data source or mapping.
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: You can use transaction codes like RSA1 (Data Warehousing Workbench) to access the relevant data flow and transformation settings.
  Documentation: Refer to SAP documentation for detailed information on data source and transformation management in BW.
  SAP Notes: Check SAP Notes for any known issues or patches related to this error message.
  Community Forums: SAP Community and other forums can be helpful for finding similar issues and solutions shared by other users.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the cause of the RSDHA216 error and implement a solution to resolve it.