How To Fix RSDS243 - Request &1 in PSA &2 has zero records

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: RSDS - New DataSource

• Message number: 243

• Message text: Request &1 in PSA &2 has zero records

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message RSDS243 - Request &1 in PSA &2 has zero records ?

  The SAP error message RSDS243 indicates that a data request (request number &1) in the Persistent Staging Area (PSA) table &2 has zero records. This typically occurs during the data extraction process in SAP BW (Business Warehouse) when the system attempts to load data into the PSA but finds that no records were extracted.
  Causes:
  
  Source System Issues: The source system may not have any data available for the extraction. This could be due to various reasons such as data not being available for the specified time period or filters applied during extraction.
  Extraction Logic: The extraction logic or transformation rules may be filtering out all records, resulting in zero records being sent to the PSA.
  Data Transfer Process (DTP) Settings: Incorrect settings in the DTP could lead to no data being transferred. This includes incorrect source or target settings.
  Data Selection Criteria: The selection criteria defined in the InfoPackage or DTP may be too restrictive, leading to no data being selected for extraction.
  Data Quality Issues: There may be issues with the data in the source system, such as missing or incorrect data that prevents records from being extracted.
  
  Solutions:
  
  Check Source System Data: Verify that there is data available in the source system for the specified extraction period. You can do this by running queries or reports in the source system.
  Review Extraction Logic: Examine the transformation rules and extraction logic to ensure that they are correctly set up and not filtering out all records unintentionally.
  Inspect DTP Settings: Review the settings of the Data Transfer Process (DTP) to ensure that they are correctly configured. Check the source and target settings, as well as any filters applied.
  Adjust Selection Criteria: If the selection criteria in the InfoPackage or DTP are too restrictive, consider adjusting them to allow for more records to be extracted.
  Monitor Data Quality: Investigate any data quality issues in the source system that may be affecting the extraction process. Ensure that the data is complete and accurate.
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: You can use transaction codes like RSA1 (Data Warehousing Workbench) to monitor and manage your data flows and check the status of InfoPackages and DTPs.
  Logs and Traces: Check the logs for the InfoPackage and DTP for any warnings or errors that might provide more context on why no records were extracted.
  SAP Notes: Look for relevant SAP Notes that may address specific issues related to your version of SAP BW or known bugs that could cause this error.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the root cause of the RSDS243 error and take appropriate action to resolve it.