How To Fix RSDS248 - PSA table &1 does not exist

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: RSDS - New DataSource

• Message number: 248

• Message text: PSA table &1 does not exist

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message RSDS248 - PSA table &1 does not exist ?

  The SAP error message RSDS248 indicates that the Persistent Staging Area (PSA) table specified does not exist. This error typically occurs in the context of data extraction processes, particularly when working with SAP BW (Business Warehouse) or SAP BW/4HANA.
  
  Cause:
  
  Table Not Created: The PSA table may not have been created yet. This can happen if the data source has not been activated or if the data extraction process has not been executed.
  Incorrect Data Source: The data source specified in the extraction process may be incorrect or may have been deleted.
  Transport Issues: If the data source was transported from one system to another, the PSA table may not have been included in the transport.
  Authorization Issues: The user may not have the necessary authorizations to access the PSA table.
  System Issues: There may be issues with the SAP system itself, such as inconsistencies in the database or configuration problems.
  
  
  Solution:
  
  Check Data Source Activation: Ensure that