How To Fix RSDRCRM_SEG218 - Preprocessing process &1 does not exist

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: RSDRCRM_SEG - Messages in RSDRCRM_SEG Package

• Message number: 218

• Message text: Preprocessing process &1 does not exist

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message RSDRCRM_SEG218 - Preprocessing process &1 does not exist ?

  The SAP error message RSDRCRM_SEG218, which states "Preprocessing process &1 does not exist," typically occurs in the context of SAP BW (Business Warehouse) or SAP CRM (Customer Relationship Management) when there is an issue with the data extraction or processing of data from a source system.
  Cause:
  
  Missing Preprocessing Process: The error indicates that the specified preprocessing process (denoted by &1) is not defined in the system. This could happen if the process was deleted, not created, or if there is a mismatch in the configuration.
  Incorrect Configuration: The configuration settings for the data source or the data extraction process may be incorrect or incomplete.
  Transport Issues: If the system has recently undergone a transport, the preprocessing process may not have been transported correctly.
  Version Mismatch: There may be a version mismatch between the source system and the BW system, leading to the absence of expected preprocessing processes.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check Preprocessing Configuration:
  
  Go to the DataSource in the SAP BW system and check if the preprocessing process is defined correctly.
  Navigate to the DataSource settings in the SAP BW system and verify that the preprocessing process is assigned.
  
  
  
  Create or Recreate the Preprocessing Process:
  
  If the preprocessing process is missing, you may need to create it. This can be done in the DataSource settings.
  Use transaction code RSA1 to access the Data Warehousing Workbench, and then navigate to the DataSource to create or modify the preprocessing logic.
  
  
  
  Transport Requests:
  
  If the issue arose after a transport, check the transport logs to ensure that all necessary objects were transported correctly.
  If needed, re-transport the missing objects or manually create them in the target system.
  
  
  
  Check for Notes and Patches:
  
  Look for any SAP Notes or patches that may address this specific error. Sometimes, SAP releases updates that fix known issues.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Review the SAP documentation related to the specific DataSource and preprocessing processes to ensure that all steps have been followed correctly.
  
  
  
  System Logs:
  
  Check the system logs (transaction SLG1) for any additional error messages or warnings that may provide more context about the issue.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: 
  
  RSA1: Data Warehousing Workbench
  RSC1: Create InfoSource
  RSC2: Change InfoSource
  RSC3: Display InfoSource
  
  
  SAP Notes: Search the SAP Support Portal for relevant notes related to RSDRCRM_SEG218 or preprocessing processes.
  SAP Community: Engage with the SAP Community forums for insights from other users who may have encountered similar issues.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the cause of the error and implement a solution to resolve it.