How To Fix RSDMESC_DB005 - No InfoSource was entered in the settings for this application

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: RSDMESC_DB - D&B Scoring

• Message number: 005

• Message text: No InfoSource was entered in the settings for this application

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message RSDMESC_DB005 - No InfoSource was entered in the settings for this application ?

  The SAP error message RSDMESC_DB005 indicates that there is no InfoSource specified in the settings for the application you are trying to use. This error typically occurs in the context of SAP BW (Business Warehouse) when working with data extraction or data loading processes.
  Cause:
  The primary cause of this error is that the application or process you are trying to execute requires an InfoSource to be defined, but it has not been set up correctly. This can happen due to:
  
  Missing Configuration: The InfoSource has not been defined in the relevant settings for the data extraction or loading process.
  Incorrect Application Settings: The application settings may not have been properly configured to point to the correct InfoSource.
  Transport Issues: If the configuration was transported from another system, it may not have included the necessary InfoSource settings.
  
  Solution:
  To resolve the RSDMESC_DB005 error, you can follow these steps:
  
  
  Check InfoSource Configuration:
  
  Go to the SAP BW system and navigate to the InfoSource settings.
  Ensure that the InfoSource you intend to use is created and activated.
  
  
  
  Update Application Settings:
  
  Access the application settings where the error occurred.
  Make sure that the correct InfoSource is specified in the settings. This can usually be done in the DataSource or InfoPackage settings.
  
  
  
  Review DataSource:
  
  If you are using a DataSource, ensure that it is correctly linked to the InfoSource.
  Check the DataSource settings in the SAP BW system to confirm that it points to the correct InfoSource.
  
  
  
  Transport Check:
  
  If the configuration was transported from another system, verify that all necessary objects, including the InfoSource, were included in the transport request.
  
  
  
  Testing:
  
  After making the necessary changes, test the application or process again to see if the error persists.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: You may need to use transaction codes like RSA1 (Data Warehousing Workbench) to access InfoSource settings and configurations.
  Documentation: Refer to SAP Help documentation for detailed guidance on InfoSource configuration and troubleshooting.
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that may address this specific error or provide additional troubleshooting steps.
  
  If the issue persists after following these steps, consider reaching out to your SAP Basis or BW support team for further assistance.