How To Fix RSDS223 - Exception NOT_FOUND with module RSA8_GET_POINTER_FOR_REQUEST

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: RSDS - New DataSource

• Message number: 223

• Message text: Exception NOT_FOUND with module RSA8_GET_POINTER_FOR_REQUEST

What causes this issue?

When the module RSA8_GET_POINTER_FOR_REQUEST was called using
destination &V1& for Request &V2& and DataSource &V3&, the error
NOT_FOUND occurred.

System Response

The function is terminated.

How to fix this error?

Check whether the request &V2& is the last delta request of the
DataSource &V3& &V4&. If this is not the case, load all the requests of
this DataSource into the data target and then execute the function
again.

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 RSDS223 - Exception NOT_FOUND with module RSA8_GET_POINTER_FOR_REQUEST ?

  The SAP error message RSDS223 with the description "Exception NOT_FOUND with module RSA8_GET_POINTER_FOR_REQUEST" typically occurs in the context of data extraction or data loading processes, particularly when dealing with DataSources and InfoPackages in SAP BW (Business Warehouse).
  Cause:
  The error usually indicates that the system is unable to find a specific request or data record that it is trying to access. This can happen due to several reasons, including:
  
  Missing Data Request: The data request that the system is trying to access does not exist in the database. This could be due to deletion or an unsuccessful data load.
  Incorrect Request ID: The request ID being referenced may be incorrect or not available in the system.
  Data Source Issues: There may be issues with the DataSource configuration or the underlying data model.
  Transport Issues: If the system has recently undergone a transport, the request may not have been transported correctly.
  
  Solution:
  To resolve the RSDS223 error, you can follow these steps:
  
  
  Check the Request ID: Verify that the request ID you are trying to access is correct and exists in the system. You can do this by checking the relevant InfoProvider or DataSource.
  
  
  Reprocess the Data Load: If the request is missing, you may need to reprocess the data load. This can be done by executing the InfoPackage again to load the data from the source system.
  
  
  Check DataSource Configuration: Ensure that the DataSource is correctly configured and that there are no issues with the extraction logic.
  
  
  Review Logs: Check the logs for any additional error messages or warnings that may provide more context about the issue. You can use transaction codes like RSA1 (Data Warehousing Workbench) or RSMO (Monitor) to review the logs.
  
  
  Transport Issues: If the issue arose after a transport, ensure that all necessary objects were transported correctly. You may need to re-transport the relevant objects.
  
  
  Consult SAP Notes: Look for any relevant SAP Notes that may address this specific error. SAP frequently updates its knowledge base with solutions for known issues.
  
  
  System Restart: In some cases, a system restart may help resolve temporary inconsistencies.
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as RSA1 (Data Warehousing Workbench), RSMO (Monitor), and RSA3 (DataSource Test).
  SAP BW Documentation: Review SAP BW documentation for best practices on data loading and troubleshooting.
  SAP Community: Engage with the SAP Community forums for insights from other users who may have encountered similar issues.
  
  If the problem persists after trying the above solutions, it may be beneficial to involve your SAP Basis or BW support team for further investigation.