How To Fix RSDME794 - Invalid/not-exisiting Source ID (GUID) for BW Datasource &1

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: RSDME -

• Message number: 794

• Message text: Invalid/not-exisiting Source ID (GUID) for BW Datasource &1

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message RSDME794 - Invalid/not-exisiting Source ID (GUID) for BW Datasource &1 ?

  The SAP error message RSDME794 indicates that there is an issue with the Source ID (GUID) for a BW Datasource in SAP BW (Business Warehouse). This error typically occurs when the system cannot find the specified Source ID, which may be due to various reasons.
  Causes:
  
  Non-Existent Source ID: The Source ID (GUID) you are trying to use does not exist in the system. This could happen if the datasource was deleted or not properly created.
  Incorrect Configuration: The datasource might not be correctly configured or activated in the BW system.
  Transport Issues: If the datasource was transported from another system, there might have been issues during the transport process that led to the GUID not being recognized.
  DataSource Deactivation: The datasource might be deactivated or not available in the current context.
  Authorization Issues: The user might not have the necessary authorizations to access the datasource.
  
  Solutions:
  
  Check the Datasource: Verify that the datasource exists in the system. You can do this by navigating to the Data Warehousing Workbench (transaction RSA1) and checking the datasource under the relevant InfoSource.
  Recreate the Datasource: If the datasource does not exist, you may need to recreate it. Ensure that you follow the correct steps to create and activate the datasource.
  Check Activation: If the datasource exists but is not activated, activate it. You can do this in the Data Warehousing Workbench.
  Review Transport Logs: If the datasource was transported, check the transport logs for any errors or issues that may have occurred during the transport.
  Check Authorizations: Ensure that the user has the necessary authorizations to access the datasource. You may need to consult with your security team to verify this.
  Check for System Consistency: Run consistency checks in the BW system to ensure that all objects are correctly linked and configured.
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: 
  
  RSA1: Data Warehousing Workbench
  RSO2: Maintain DataSource
  RSO3: Display DataSource
  
  
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that may address this specific error or provide additional troubleshooting steps.
  Documentation: Refer to SAP Help documentation for BW Datasources for detailed information on creating, configuring, and troubleshooting datasources.
  
  If the issue persists after trying the above solutions, consider reaching out to SAP support for further assistance.