How To Fix RSDL116 - Metadata for table &1 in BW is inconsistent. Check DataSource

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: RSDL - BW DB Connect

• Message number: 116

• Message text: Metadata for table &1 in BW is inconsistent. Check DataSource

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message RSDL116 - Metadata for table &1 in BW is inconsistent. Check DataSource ?

  The SAP error message RSDL116 indicates that there is an inconsistency in the metadata for a specific table in SAP BW (Business Warehouse). This error typically arises when there are discrepancies between the DataSource and the InfoObject or InfoProvider definitions in BW. Here’s a breakdown of the cause, potential solutions, and related information:
  Cause
  
  
  Inconsistent Metadata: The metadata for the specified table (represented by &1) does not match the expected structure or definitions in the BW system. This can happen due to:
  
  Changes made to the DataSource in the source system that have not been reflected in BW.
  Manual changes to the InfoObjects or InfoProviders that are not aligned with the DataSource.
  Deletion or modification of fields in the DataSource that are still referenced in BW.
  
  
  
  Transport Issues: If changes were transported from one system to another (e.g., from development to production), there may be inconsistencies if the transport was not executed correctly.
  
  
  DataSource Activation: The DataSource may not be activated properly in BW after changes were made.
  
  
  Solution
  
  
  Check DataSource: 
  
  Go to the DataSource in the source system and verify its structure. Ensure that all fields and data types are correct.
  In BW, check the corresponding DataSource and ensure it is activated. You can do this in the Data Warehousing Workbench (transaction RSA1).
  
  
  
  Re-activate the DataSource:
  
  If you find inconsistencies, you may need to re-activate the DataSource in BW. This can be done by:
  
  Navigating to the DataSource in RSA1.
  Right-clicking on the DataSource and selecting "Activate".
  
  
  
  
  
  Check InfoObjects and InfoProviders:
  
  Ensure that the InfoObjects and InfoProviders that are linked to the DataSource are correctly defined and activated.
  If any changes were made to the InfoObjects, ensure that they are consistent with the DataSource.
  
  
  
  Transport Check:
  
  If the issue arose after a transport, check the transport logs to ensure that all objects were transported correctly and that there were no errors during the transport process.
  
  
  
  Use the BW Metadata Check Tool:
  
  SAP provides tools to check the consistency of metadata. You can use transaction RSRV to run checks on the InfoProviders and DataSources to identify inconsistencies.
  
  
  
  Consult SAP Notes:
  
  Check for any relevant SAP Notes that may address this specific error or provide additional troubleshooting steps.
  
  
  
  Related Information
  
  
  Transaction Codes:
  
  RSA1: Data Warehousing Workbench
  RSRV: Consistency Check for BW Objects
  RSD1: InfoObject Maintenance
  RSD3: InfoProvider Maintenance
  
  
  
  Documentation: Refer to SAP Help documentation for BW and DataSource management for detailed guidance on managing DataSources and InfoProviders.
  
  
  SAP Community: Engage with the SAP Community forums for insights from other users who may have encountered similar issues.
  
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify and resolve the inconsistency causing the RSDL116 error in your SAP BW system.