How To Fix RSDS180 - DataSource &1(&2): Object type RSDS not supported in BAPI source system

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: RSDS - New DataSource

• Message number: 180

• Message text: DataSource &1(&2): Object type RSDS not supported in BAPI source system

What causes this issue?

You are trying to create a DataSource (R3TR RSDS) in a source system of
type <ZK>External System</> .

System Response

This object type parameter is not currently supported by the external
system. It is therefore only possible to create DataSources 3.x (R3TR
ISFS) in this source system.

How to fix this error?

To create a DataSource 3.x, proceed as follows:
Go to the InfoSource tree for the Data Warehousing Workbench.
Create an InfoSource 3.x in the required application component.
Assign the InfoSource 3.x the required source system of type <ZK>
External System</> .
Activate the transfer rules.
You can now use the DataSource and display it in the DataSource
maintenance screen.

Procedure for System Administrators

The system determined whether the source system can support DataSources
(R3TR RSDS) using BAPI_DSOURCE_IS_SUPPORTED.

The system issues an error message and will not allow you to continue with this transaction until the error is resolved.

Error message extract from SAP system. Copyright SAP SE.

Smart SAP Assistant

• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message RSDS180 - DataSource &1(&2): Object type RSDS not supported in BAPI source system ?

  The SAP error message RSDS180 indicates that there is an issue with a DataSource in the context of a BAPI (Business Application Programming Interface) source system. Specifically, the error states that the object type RSDS (which refers to a DataSource in SAP BW) is not supported in the BAPI source system.
  
  Cause:
  
  Unsupported Object Type: The error typically arises when you are trying to use a DataSource that is not compatible with the BAPI source system. This can happen if the DataSource is designed for a different type of system or if it is not properly configured for use with BAPIs.
  
  Configuration Issues: There may be configuration issues in the source system or the DataSource itself that prevent it from being recognized or utilized correctly.
  Version Compatibility: There could be compatibility issues between the versions of the systems involved, especially if you are working with different SAP systems or versions.
  
  
  Solution:
  
  Check DataSource Compatibility: Ensure that