How To Fix RSDHA234 - Source is missing

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: RSDHA - HANA Analysis in BW

• Message number: 234

• Message text: Source is missing

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message RSDHA234 - Source is missing ?

  The SAP error message RSDHA234, which states "Source is missing," typically occurs in the context of SAP BW (Business Warehouse) when there is an issue with the data source configuration. This error indicates that the system cannot find the data source that is supposed to be linked to a particular InfoProvider or data flow.
  Causes:
  
  Missing Data Source: The data source that is supposed to feed data into the InfoProvider is not defined or has been deleted.
  Incorrect Configuration: The data source might be incorrectly configured or not activated.
  Transport Issues: If the data source was transported from another system, it may not have been transported correctly or completely.
  Authorization Issues: The user may not have the necessary authorizations to access the data source.
  Technical Issues: There could be technical issues with the BW system or the underlying database.
  
  Solutions:
  
  
  Check Data Source Configuration:
  
  Go to the Data Warehousing Workbench (transaction RSA1).
  Navigate to the relevant InfoProvider and check if the data source is correctly defined and activated.
  If the data source is missing, you may need to recreate it.
  
  
  
  Re-activate the Data Source:
  
  If the data source exists but is not activated, try reactivating it. This can often resolve issues related to configuration.
  
  
  
  Check Transport Requests:
  
  If the data source was recently transported, check the transport requests to ensure that all necessary objects were included and transported correctly.
  
  
  
  Review Authorizations:
  
  Ensure that the user has the necessary authorizations to access the data source. This can be checked in transaction SU53 or by consulting with your security team.
  
  
  
  Check for Technical Issues:
  
  Review system logs (transaction SM21) and check for any technical issues that might be affecting the data source.
  If necessary, consult with your Basis team to investigate any underlying system issues.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Refer to SAP documentation or notes related to the specific version of BW you are using for any known issues or additional troubleshooting steps.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: RSA1 (Data Warehousing Workbench), RSO2 (Data Source Maintenance), RSO1 (Data Source Overview).
  SAP Notes: Check SAP Notes for any specific fixes or patches related to this error message.
  Community Forums: SAP Community and other forums can be helpful for finding similar issues faced by other users and their solutions.
  
  If the issue persists after trying the above solutions, it may be beneficial to reach out to SAP support for further assistance.