How To Fix RSDS177 - DataSource &1(&2) cannot exist as object type RSDS

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: RSDS - New DataSource

• Message number: 177

• Message text: DataSource &1(&2) cannot exist as object type RSDS

What causes this issue?

A <ZK>BI DataSource with an SOAP connection</> or a <ZK>BI DataSource
with a</><ZK> </><ZK>UD Connect</> cannot be a DataSource of type RSDS.
A migration is not possible because after a migration the DataSource is
no longer in the Myself source system.

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 copy from the existing DataSource 3.x in the target source
system you want.
For a <ZK>BI DataSource with a SOAP connection</> this is a source
system of type <ZK>Web service</>. For a <ZK>BI DataSource with a UD
Connect</> this is a source system of type <ZK>UD</><ZK> </><ZK>Connect
</>.

Procedure for System Administrators

Error message extract from SAP system. Copyright SAP SE.

Smart SAP Assistant

• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message RSDS177 - DataSource &1(&2) cannot exist as object type RSDS ?

  The SAP error message RSDS177 indicates that a DataSource cannot exist as an object of type RSDS. This error typically occurs when there is an issue with the DataSource definition or its configuration in the SAP system. Here’s a breakdown of the cause, potential solutions, and related information:
  Cause:
  
  Non-Existent DataSource: The DataSource you are trying to access or manipulate does not exist in the system.
  Incorrect Object Type: The object you are trying to reference is not of the expected type (RSDS).
  Transport Issues: If the DataSource was recently transported from another system, it may not have been transported correctly.
  Authorization Issues: Lack of proper authorizations to access the DataSource can also lead to this error.
  System Configuration Issues: There may be inconsistencies in the system configuration or metadata.
  
  Solutions:
  
  
  Verify DataSource Existence:
  
  Check if the DataSource exists in the system by navigating to the DataSource maintenance transaction (e.g., RSA1 for Data Warehousing Workbench).
  Ensure that the DataSource name and type are correct.
  
  
  
  Check Object Type:
  
  Ensure that you are referencing the correct object type. The DataSource should be of type RSDS.
  
  
  
  Recreate the DataSource:
  
  If the DataSource is missing or corrupted, consider recreating it. Make sure to follow the correct steps for creating a DataSource.
  
  
  
  Transport Check:
  
  If the DataSource was transported, check the transport logs for any errors. You may need to re-transport the DataSource or manually create it in the target system.
  
  
  
  Authorization Check:
  
  Ensure that you have the necessary authorizations to access the DataSource. Check with your SAP security team if needed.
  
  
  
  System Consistency Check:
  
  Run consistency checks in the Data Warehousing Workbench to identify any inconsistencies in the DataSource or related objects.
  
  
  
  Consult SAP Notes:
  
  Check the SAP Support Portal for any relevant SAP Notes that may address this specific error message or provide additional troubleshooting steps.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: RSA1 (Data Warehousing Workbench), RSO2 (DataSource Maintenance), RSO1 (DataSource Overview).
  SAP Documentation: Refer to the official SAP Help documentation for detailed information on DataSources and their management.
  SAP Community: Engage with the SAP Community forums for insights from other users who may have encountered similar issues.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to diagnose and resolve the RSDS177 error in your SAP system.