How To Fix RSDS026 - The field with the position &1 of the segment &1 does not exist

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: RSDS - New DataSource

• Message number: 026

• Message text: The field with the position &1 of the segment &1 does not exist

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message RSDS026 - The field with the position &1 of the segment &1 does not exist ?

  The SAP error message RSDS026 indicates that there is an issue with a data source in SAP BW (Business Warehouse) where a field specified in a segment does not exist. This error typically arises during data extraction or when trying to access a data source that has been modified or is incorrectly configured.
  
  Cause:
  
  Field Deletion or Renaming: The field that is being referenced in the data source may have been deleted or renamed in the underlying data structure (e.g., in the source system or InfoObject).
  Incorrect Data Source Configuration: The data source may not be properly configured to include the field in question.
  Changes in Source System: If the data source is based on a table or view in the source system, changes in that table or view (like adding or removing fields) can lead to this error.
  Transport Issues: If the data source was transported from one system to another, there may be