How To Fix RSDHA290 - Program error: Target field missing

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: RSDHA - HANA Analysis in BW

• Message number: 290

• Message text: Program error: Target field missing

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message RSDHA290 - Program error: Target field missing ?

  The SAP error message RSDHA290, which states "Program error: Target field missing," typically occurs in the context of SAP BW (Business Warehouse) when there is an issue with the data model or the data flow configuration. This error indicates that a target field that is expected in a data transfer process (DTP) or in a transformation is not found or is not properly defined.
  Causes:
  
  Missing Target Field in Transformation: The target field that the transformation is trying to map to does not exist in the target data structure (e.g., InfoObject, InfoCube, or DataStore Object).
  Changes in Data Model: If there have been recent changes to the data model, such as renaming or deleting fields, it can lead to this error.
  Incorrect DTP Configuration: The Data Transfer Process may not be correctly configured to map the source fields to the target fields.
  Inconsistent Metadata: There may be inconsistencies in the metadata definitions between the source and target objects.
  
  Solutions:
  
  
  Check Transformation Settings:
  
  Go to the transformation that is causing the error and verify that all target fields are correctly defined and mapped.
  Ensure that the target fields exist in the target structure.
  
  
  
  Review Data Model Changes:
  
  If there have been recent changes to the InfoObjects or InfoCubes, ensure that the transformations and DTPs are updated accordingly.
  Check for any deleted or renamed fields in the target structure.
  
  
  
  Validate DTP Configuration:
  
  Open the Data Transfer Process and check the mapping between the source and target. Ensure that all required fields are included and correctly mapped.
  
  
  
  Check for Inactive Objects:
  
  Sometimes, inactive objects can cause issues. Ensure that all relevant objects (InfoObjects, InfoCubes, DTPs) are active.
  
  
  
  Re-activate Transformation and DTP:
  
  If you have made changes, try reactivating the transformation and the DTP to ensure that the changes take effect.
  
  
  
  Check for Errors in Data Load:
  
  Review the data load logs for any additional error messages that might provide more context about the issue.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: You can use transaction codes like RSA1 (Data Warehousing Workbench) to access the relevant transformations and DTPs.
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that might address known issues related to this error.
  Documentation: Refer to SAP BW documentation for best practices on managing transformations and DTPs.
  
  If the issue persists after following these steps, it may be beneficial to consult with your SAP Basis or BW team for further investigation, as they may have access to more detailed logs and system settings.