How To Fix RSDS013 - Error '&3&4' on assignment field &1 value &2

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: RSDS - New DataSource

• Message number: 013

• Message text: Error '&3&4' on assignment field &1 value &2

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message RSDS013 - Error '&3&4' on assignment field &1 value &2 ?

  The SAP error message RSDS013 typically occurs in the context of DataSource assignments in SAP BW (Business Warehouse) or SAP BI (Business Intelligence). This error indicates that there is an issue with the assignment of a field in a DataSource, specifically related to the field value not being valid or not matching the expected criteria.
  Cause of RSDS013 Error
  The error message RSDS013 is generally caused by one of the following issues:
  
  Invalid Field Assignment: The field specified in the error message is not correctly assigned or does not exist in the DataSource.
  Data Type Mismatch: The value being assigned to the field does not match the expected data type or format.
  Missing or Incorrect Configuration: The DataSource or InfoSource may not be configured correctly, leading to issues in data extraction or transformation.
  Field Value Constraints: The value being assigned may not meet the constraints defined for that field (e.g., length, allowed values).
  
  Solution to RSDS013 Error
  To resolve the RSDS013 error, you can follow these steps:
  
  
  Check Field Assignment:
  
  Go to the DataSource in the SAP BW system and verify that the field assignments are correct.
  Ensure that the field specified in the error message exists in the DataSource and is correctly mapped.
  
  
  
  Validate Data Types:
  
  Check the data type of the field in the DataSource and ensure that the value being assigned matches this data type.
  If necessary, convert the value to the appropriate type before assignment.
  
  
  
  Review Configuration:
  
  Review the configuration of the DataSource and InfoSource to ensure that all settings are correct.
  Check for any missing settings or incorrect mappings that could lead to this error.
  
  
  
  Check Field Constraints:
  
  Look into the constraints defined for the field in the DataSource. Ensure that the value being assigned adheres to these constraints (e.g., length, format).
  If the value does not meet the constraints, modify it accordingly.
  
  
  
  Debugging:
  
  If the issue persists, consider using transaction codes like RSA3 (DataSource Test) to test the DataSource and see if it returns the expected results.
  You can also use transaction RSA1 to check the DataSource and its settings.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Refer to SAP documentation or support notes related to the specific DataSource or field in question for additional guidance.
  
  
  
  Related Information
  
  
  Transaction Codes:
  
  RSA1: Data Warehousing Workbench
  RSA3: Test DataSource
  RSC1: Create InfoSource
  RSC2: Change InfoSource
  
  
  
  SAP Notes: Check SAP Notes for any known issues or patches related to the specific DataSource or error message.
  
  
  Community Forums: Consider searching or posting in SAP community forums for additional insights from other users who may have encountered the same issue.
  
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify and resolve the cause of the RSDS013 error in your SAP BW environment.