How To Fix RSDL128 - No field catalog for object &1 exists in DB system &2 &3

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: RSDL - BW DB Connect

• Message number: 128

• Message text: No field catalog for object &1 exists in DB system &2 &3

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message RSDL128 - No field catalog for object &1 exists in DB system &2 &3 ?

  The SAP error message RSDL128 indicates that there is no field catalog available for a specified object in the database system. This typically occurs in the context of SAP BW (Business Warehouse) or SAP HANA when trying to access or manipulate data from a data source that does not have a defined field catalog.
  Cause:
  
  Missing Field Catalog: The primary cause of this error is that the field catalog for the specified object (like a DataSource or InfoProvider) has not been created or is not available in the database system.
  Incorrect Object Name: The object name specified in the error message may be incorrect or may not exist in the database.
  Database Connection Issues: There may be issues with the connection to the database system, leading to the inability to retrieve the field catalog.
  Transport Issues: If the object was recently transported from one system to another, the field catalog may not have been included in the transport.
  
  Solution:
  
  Check Object Existence: Verify that the object (DataSource, InfoProvider, etc.) exists in the database system and that the name is correctly specified.
  Create Field Catalog: If the field catalog does not exist, you may need to create it. This can typically be done through the DataSource or InfoProvider settings in the SAP BW system.
  Re-activate DataSource: Sometimes, re-activating the DataSource can help regenerate the field catalog. You can do this in the Data Warehousing Workbench.
  Check Database Connection: Ensure that the connection to the database is functioning correctly. Test the connection and resolve any issues if necessary.
  Transport Objects: If the object was transported, ensure that all necessary components, including the field catalog, were included in the transport request.
  Consult Documentation: Refer to SAP documentation or notes related to the specific object type you are working with for additional guidance.
  
  Related Information:
  
  SAP Notes: Check SAP Notes for any known issues or patches related to this error message. SAP frequently updates its knowledge base with solutions for common problems.
  Transaction Codes: Use transaction codes like RSA1 (Data Warehousing Workbench) or RSO2 (Manage DataSources) to manage and troubleshoot DataSources and field catalogs.
  Logs and Traces: Review logs and traces for more detailed error messages that may provide additional context for the issue.
  
  If the problem persists after trying the above solutions, consider reaching out to SAP support for further assistance.