How To Fix RSDS062 - DataSource &1(&2) does not exist in object version &3

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: RSDS - New DataSource

• Message number: 062

• Message text: DataSource &1(&2) does not exist in object version &3

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message RSDS062 - DataSource &1(&2) does not exist in object version &3 ?

  The SAP error message RSDS062 indicates that a specific DataSource does not exist in the specified object version. This error typically occurs in the context of SAP BW (Business Warehouse) when trying to access or use a DataSource that is either not activated, not available in the specified version, or has been deleted.
  Cause:
  
  DataSource Not Activated: The DataSource may not be activated in the system. This can happen if it was recently created or modified.
  Incorrect Version: The DataSource might exist in a different version than the one you are trying to access. This can occur if you are working with a versioned object and the version specified does not contain the DataSource.
  Deletion: The DataSource may have been deleted or is not available in the current context.
  Transport Issues: If the DataSource was transported from another system, there may have been issues during the transport process that caused it not to be available in the target system.
  
  Solution:
  
  Check Activation: Go to the DataSource in the Data Warehousing Workbench (transaction code RSA1) and check if it is activated. If not, activate it.
  Verify Version: Ensure that you are using the correct version of the DataSource. You can check the version in the DataSource settings.
  Recreate or Restore: If the DataSource has been deleted, you may need to recreate it or restore it from a backup if available.
  Transport Check: If the DataSource was transported, check the transport logs for any errors and ensure that the transport was successful.
  Check Authorizations: Ensure that you have the necessary authorizations to access the DataSource.
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Use transaction codes like RSA1 (Data Warehousing Workbench) to manage DataSources.
  SAP Notes: Check SAP Notes for any known issues or patches related to this error message.
  Documentation: Refer to SAP Help documentation for more details on DataSources and their management in BW.
  Support: If the issue persists, consider reaching out to SAP support for further assistance.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the cause of the RSDS062 error and implement the appropriate solution.