How To Fix RSDL108 - DataSource & must first be generated

RSDL108 - Overview

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: RSDL - BW DB Connect

• Message number: 108

• Message text: DataSource & must first be generated

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message RSDL108 - DataSource & must first be generated ?

  The SAP error message RSDL108 indicates that a specific DataSource must be generated before it can be used. This typically occurs in the context of SAP BW (Business Warehouse) or SAP BW/4HANA when you are trying to use a DataSource that has not been properly activated or generated.
  
  Cause:
  The error occurs for the following reasons:
  
  DataSource Not Generated: The DataSource has not been generated in the system. This is often the case when a new DataSource is created or when changes are made to an existing DataSource.
  Transport Issues: If the DataSource was transported from another system, it may not have been generated in the target system.
  Inconsistent State: The DataSource might be in an inconsistent state due to previous errors or incomplete processes.
  
  
  Solution:
  To resolve the RSDL108 error, follow these steps:
  
  
  Generate the DataSource:
  
  Go to the DataSource in the SAP GUI (transaction code RSA1 for Data Warehousing Workbench).
  Navigate to the DataSource in the relevant InfoSource