How To Fix RSDME177 - Source is not &1

RSDME177 - Overview

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: RSDME -

• Message number: 177

• Message text: Source is not &1

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message RSDME177 - Source is not &1 ?

  The SAP error message RSDME177, which states "Source is not &1," typically occurs in the context of SAP BW (Business Warehouse) when there is an issue with the data source or the data flow configuration. This error indicates that the system is unable to find or recognize the specified source object, which could be a DataSource, InfoSource, or another related object.
  Causes:
  
  Missing DataSource: The specified DataSource may not exist in the system or may have been deleted.
  Incorrect Configuration: The configuration of the DataSource or InfoSource may be incorrect, leading to the system not being able to locate it.
  Transport Issues: If the DataSource was transported from another system, it may not have been properly activated or may be missing in the target system.
  Authorization Issues: The user may not have the necessary authorizations to access the specified source.
  Naming Issues: There may be a typo or naming mismatch in the source name specified in