How To Fix RSDS116 - DataSource &1(&2): Objects ISFS and RSDS exist concurrently

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: RSDS - New DataSource

• Message number: 116

• Message text: DataSource &1(&2): Objects ISFS and RSDS exist concurrently

Self-Explanatory Message

Since SAP believes that this specific error message is 'self-explanatory,' no more information has been given.The majority of messages in the SAP system have a message text, however this is frequently insufficient to comprehend or resolve the problem.

To make things easier, more detailed information is frequently added to describe the issue, how to fix it, and the necessary steps or configuration modifications.

Unfortunately, there isn't any extra information in this error notice.

What else can you do?

First, use our AnswerBot below to get a possible cause and solution (requires a premium subscription).

Also, review the in-depth Common Questions & Answers listed below; you could discover a solution there or be able to connect with others who have faced similar challenges.

You can also try searching the SAP support portal (support.sap.com) but you need a special user ID to access it. It is possible that an SAP support note exists that provides additional details about the mistake or even steps for fixing it.

Smart SAP Assistant

• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message RSDS116 - DataSource &1(&2): Objects ISFS and RSDS exist concurrently ?

  The SAP error message RSDS116 indicates that there is a conflict between two objects related to a DataSource in SAP BW (Business Warehouse). Specifically, it suggests that both an InfoSource (ISFS) and a DataSource (RSDS) exist concurrently for the same object, which is not allowed.
  
  Cause:
  The error occurs when:
  
  There is an attempt to activate or use a DataSource that has a corresponding InfoSource already defined in the system.
  The system does not allow both objects to coexist for the same data extraction process, leading to this conflict.
  
  
  Solution:
  To resolve the RSDS116 error, you can take the following steps:
  
  
  Identify the Conflicting Objects:
  
  Check the DataSource and InfoSource mentioned in the error message. The placeholders &1 and &2 will provide the specific names of the DataSource and InfoSource causing the issue.
  
  
  
  Decide on the Object to Keep:
  
  Determine whether you need the DataSource or the InfoSource. If you are using a DataSource for extraction, you may not need