How To Fix RSDS084 - No primary segment defined

RSDS084 - Overview

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: RSDS - New DataSource

• Message number: 084

• Message text: No primary segment defined

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message RSDS084 - No primary segment defined ?

  The SAP error message RSDS084: No primary segment defined typically occurs in the context of SAP BW (Business Warehouse) when working with DataSources, especially when trying to load data into InfoProviders or when setting up DataSources for extraction.
  
  Cause:
  The error indicates that the DataSource you are trying to use does not have a primary segment defined. In SAP BW, a primary segment is essential for the DataSource to function correctly, as it defines the structure of the data being extracted. This can happen due to several reasons:
  
  Missing Configuration: The DataSource may not have been properly configured to include a primary segment.
  Incorrect DataSource Type: The DataSource type may not support primary segments, or it may be incorrectly set up.
  Transport Issues: If the DataSource was transported from another system, it may not have been fully configured in the target system.
  Changes in DataSource: If the DataSource was modified or deleted, it may lead to