How To Fix RSDS170 - Active version of emulated 3.x DataSource &1(&2) cannot be displayed

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: RSDS - New DataSource

• Message number: 170

• Message text: Active version of emulated 3.x DataSource &1(&2) cannot be displayed

What causes this issue?

The A version of the emulated 3.x DataSource cannot be displayed because
no active transfer structure with PSA is available.

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?

Create a mapping between the 3.x DataSource and a 3.x InfoSource and
activate the transfer rules. Select <ZK>PSA</> as the transfer method in
the 3.x InfoSource.
Alternatively, you can migrate the 3.x DataSource in a DataSource to
create an active version.

Procedure for System Administrators

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message RSDS170 - Active version of emulated 3.x DataSource &1(&2) cannot be displayed ?

  The SAP error message RSDS170 indicates that there is an issue with an emulated 3.x DataSource in the SAP system. This error typically arises when trying to access or display the active version of a DataSource that is emulated from an older version (3.x) and is not properly configured or has some inconsistencies.
  Cause:
  
  Emulated DataSource Issues: The DataSource in question is an emulated 3.x DataSource, which means it was originally designed for an older version of SAP BW. If there are inconsistencies or issues with the configuration, it may lead to this error.
  Missing or Inactive Versions: The active version of the DataSource may not be available or may not have been activated properly.
  Transport Issues: If the DataSource was transported from another system, there may have been issues during the transport process that led to inconsistencies.
  Authorization Issues: Sometimes, the user may not have the necessary authorizations to view or access the DataSource.
  
  Solution:
  
  Check DataSource Activation: Ensure that the DataSource is activated properly. You can do this by going to the DataSource maintenance transaction (e.g., RSA1) and checking the status of the DataSource.
  Re-activate the DataSource: If the DataSource is not active, try reactivating it. This can often resolve issues related to inconsistencies.
  Check for Missing Versions: Verify that the active version of the DataSource exists. If it is missing, you may need to create or restore it.
  Review Transport Logs: If the DataSource was transported, check the transport logs for any errors or warnings that may indicate what went wrong during the transport.
  Check Authorizations: Ensure that the user has the necessary authorizations to access the DataSource. You may need to consult with your security team to verify this.
  Consult SAP Notes: Look for relevant SAP Notes that may address this specific error. SAP frequently releases notes that provide solutions or workarounds for known issues.
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: You may use transaction codes like RSA1 (Data Warehousing Workbench) to manage DataSources and check their status.
  SAP BW Documentation: Refer to the SAP BW documentation for more details on managing DataSources and troubleshooting common issues.
  SAP Community: The SAP Community forums can be a valuable resource for finding similar issues faced by other users and the solutions they found.
  
  If the problem persists after trying the above solutions, it may be necessary to engage SAP support for further assistance.