How To Fix RSDS184 - Delta field &1 does not exist in the field list of segment &2

RSDS184 - Overview

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: RSDS - New DataSource

• Message number: 184

• Message text: Delta field &1 does not exist in the field list of segment &2

What causes this issue?

Selections can only be made using the fields of the primary segment.

System Response

The DataSource is not activated.

How to fix this error?

Choose a field from the primary segment to be the delta field.

Procedure for System Administrators

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

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message RSDS184 - Delta field &1 does not exist in the field list of segment &2 ?

  The SAP error message RSDS184 indicates that there is an issue with a delta field in a DataSource. Specifically, it states that the delta field specified (denoted as &1) does not exist in the field list of the specified segment (denoted as &2). This error typically occurs in the context of data extraction processes, particularly when working with SAP BW (Business Warehouse) or SAP Data Services.
  
  Cause:
  
  Field Mismatch: The delta field you are trying to use is not defined in the DataSource or the segment you are working with. This could happen if the DataSource was modified after the delta field was defined.
  Incorrect Configuration: The DataSource might not be properly configured to include the delta field, or the field might have been removed or renamed in the source system.
  DataSource Activation: If the DataSource has not been activated after changes were made, the system may not recognize the new or modified fields.
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