How To Fix RSDME754 - BW Datasource &2 exists in D-version. Activate it.

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: RSDME -

• Message number: 754

• Message text: BW Datasource &2 exists in D-version. Activate it.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message RSDME754 - BW Datasource &2 exists in D-version. Activate it. ?

  The SAP error message RSDME754 typically occurs in the context of SAP BW (Business Warehouse) when you are trying to activate a DataSource that already exists in the D-version (DataSource version) but is not activated. This can happen during the process of data modeling or when you are trying to replicate or activate a DataSource.
  Cause:
  The error indicates that the DataSource you are trying to activate is already defined in the system but is in a state that requires activation. This can happen due to several reasons:
  
  The DataSource was created or modified but not activated.
  There may be inconsistencies in the DataSource definition.
  The DataSource might have been imported from another system and needs to be activated in the current system.
  
  Solution:
  To resolve the RSDME754 error, you can follow these steps:
  
  
  Check the DataSource Status:
  
  Go to the DataSource in the SAP BW system (transaction code RSA1).
  Navigate to the "DataSources" section and locate the specific DataSource that is causing the error.
  
  
  
  Activate the DataSource:
  
  Right-click on the DataSource and select "Activate" or use the "Activate" button in the toolbar.
  Ensure that there are no errors during the activation process.
  
  
  
  Check for Errors:
  
  If the activation fails, check the activation log for any specific error messages that might indicate what is wrong with the DataSource.
  Resolve any issues indicated in the log.
  
  
  
  Recheck the DataSource:
  
  After activation, recheck the DataSource to ensure it is now in an active state.
  You can also check the DataSource in the Data Warehousing Workbench (RSA1) to confirm its status.
  
  
  
  Transport Requests:
  
  If the DataSource was transported from another system, ensure that all related objects (like InfoObjects, DSO, etc.) are also transported and activated.
  
  
  
  Consistency Check:
  
  Perform a consistency check on the DataSource to ensure that all components are correctly defined and there are no inconsistencies.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes:
  
  RSA1: Data Warehousing Workbench
  RSO2: Maintain DataSource
  RSO1: Create DataSource
  
  
  Documentation:
  
  Refer to SAP Help documentation for detailed information on DataSource management and activation processes.
  
  
  SAP Notes:
  
  Check for any relevant SAP Notes that might address specific issues related to DataSource activation.
  
  
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the RSDME754 error and successfully activate the DataSource in your SAP BW system.