How To Fix RSDS092 - &1: Length &2 deviates from domain (&3)

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: RSDS - New DataSource

• Message number: 092

• Message text: &1: Length &2 deviates from domain (&3)

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message RSDS092 - &1: Length &2 deviates from domain (&3) ?

  The SAP error message RSDS092 typically indicates that there is a mismatch between the length of a field in a data source and the expected length defined in the domain. This error often occurs in the context of data extraction or data modeling, particularly when working with SAP BW (Business Warehouse) or SAP HANA.
  Cause:
  The error message RSDS092 occurs when:
  
  The length of a field in the data source (e.g., an InfoSource, DataSource, or InfoObject) does not match the length defined in the corresponding domain in the ABAP Dictionary.
  This can happen if the data source has been modified (e.g., a field was changed to a longer or shorter length) without updating the corresponding domain definition.
  It can also occur if there are inconsistencies between the source system and the BW system regarding the data structure.
  
  Solution:
  To resolve the RSDS092 error, you can follow these steps:
  
  
  Check the Data Source Definition:
  
  Go to the DataSource in the SAP BW system and check the field definitions.
  Compare the field lengths with the corresponding domain definitions in the ABAP Dictionary.
  
  
  
  Adjust the Domain:
  
  If the field length in the DataSource is correct and should be longer or shorter, you may need to adjust the domain definition in the ABAP Dictionary.
  Use transaction SE11 to access the domain and modify the length as necessary.
  
  
  
  Adjust the DataSource:
  
  If the domain is correct and the DataSource is incorrect, you may need to adjust the DataSource definition to match the domain.
  This can involve changing the field length in the DataSource to align with the domain.
  
  
  
  Re-activate the DataSource:
  
  After making changes, ensure to re-activate the DataSource to apply the changes.
  
  
  
  Check for Transport Issues:
  
  If the issue arose after a transport, ensure that all related objects (like domains and DataSources) were transported correctly.
  
  
  
  Test the Data Extraction:
  
  After making the necessary adjustments, test the data extraction process to ensure that the error is resolved.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  
  Transaction Codes:
  
  SE11: Data Dictionary (for checking domains)
  RSA1: Data Warehousing Workbench (for managing DataSources)
  
  
  
  Documentation:
  
  Review SAP documentation related to DataSources and domains for best practices and guidelines on maintaining consistency between them.
  
  
  
  SAP Notes:
  
  Check SAP Notes for any known issues or patches related to this error message, as there may be specific fixes or recommendations provided by SAP.
  
  
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the cause of the RSDS092 error and implement the necessary changes to resolve it.