How To Fix RSDS029 - Error &2 from the DDIC

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: RSDS - New DataSource

• Message number: 029

• Message text: Error &2 from the DDIC

What causes this issue?

The error &V2& occurred when editing a DDIC object with &V1&.
The error has the following meanings:
tabl_not_found = 1
name_inconsistent = 2
tabl_inconsistent = 3
put_failure = 4
put_refused = 5
OTHERS = 6.

The system issues an error message and will not allow you to continue with this transaction until the error is resolved.

System Response

How to fix this error?

Procedure for System Administrators

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message RSDS029 - Error &2 from the DDIC ?

  The SAP error message RSDS029 typically indicates an issue related to the Data Dictionary (DDIC) in the context of DataSources or InfoObjects in SAP BW (Business Warehouse). The error message format usually looks like this: "Error &2 from the DDIC," where "&2" represents a specific error code or description.
  Cause:
  The RSDS029 error can occur due to several reasons, including but not limited to:
  
  DataSource or InfoObject Issues: The DataSource or InfoObject may not be correctly defined or may have been deleted or modified in a way that is incompatible with existing data models.
  Transport Issues: If the DataSource or InfoObject was transported from one system to another, there may be inconsistencies or missing components in the target system.
  Authorization Issues: The user may not have the necessary authorizations to access the DataSource or InfoObject.
  Technical Settings: There may be issues with the technical settings of the DataSource or InfoObject, such as incorrect field mappings or data types.
  
  Solution:
  To resolve the RSDS029 error, you can take the following steps:
  
  
  Check the DataSource/InfoObject: Verify that the DataSource or InfoObject exists and is correctly defined in the Data Dictionary. You can do this by navigating to the relevant transaction (e.g., RSA1 for DataSources) and checking the definitions.
  
  
  Review Transport Logs: If the issue arose after a transport, check the transport logs for any errors or warnings that may indicate what went wrong during the transport process.
  
  
  Authorization Check: Ensure that the user encountering the error has the necessary authorizations to access the DataSource or InfoObject. You can check this in transaction SU53 or by reviewing the user's roles and authorizations.
  
  
  Technical Settings Review: Go to the technical settings of the DataSource or InfoObject and ensure that all fields are correctly mapped and that data types are compatible.
  
  
  Re-activate the DataSource/InfoObject: Sometimes, simply reactivating the DataSource or InfoObject can resolve the issue. You can do this in the relevant transaction.
  
  
  Check for Notes and Patches: Look for any SAP Notes or patches that may address known issues related to the RSDS029 error. You can search the SAP Support Portal for relevant notes.
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Common transaction codes related to DataSources and InfoObjects include RSA1 (Data Warehousing Workbench), SE11 (Data Dictionary), and SE80 (Object Navigator).
  SAP Notes: Always check the SAP Support Portal for any specific notes related to RSDS029 or the specific error code you are encountering.
  Documentation: Review SAP documentation for BW and Data Warehousing for best practices in managing DataSources and InfoObjects.
  
  If the issue persists after following these steps, consider reaching out to SAP support for further assistance.