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 the data source is activated in the SAP BW system. You can do this by navigating to the Data Warehousing Workbench and checking the status of the data source.
  Create PSA Table: If the PSA table does not exist, you may need to execute the data extraction process to create it. This can be done by running a data load from the source system.
  Verify Data Source Configuration: Check the configuration of the data source to ensure it is set up correctly. This includes verifying the source system connection and the extraction method.
  Check Authorizations: Ensure that the user executing the process has the necessary authorizations to access the PSA tables.
  Review Transport Requests: If the data source was transported, check the transport requests to ensure that all necessary objects were included.
  System Check: If the issue persists, consider performing a system check or consulting with your SAP Basis team to identify any underlying system issues.
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: You can use transaction codes like RSA1 (Data Warehousing Workbench) to check the status of data sources and PSA tables.
  Logs and Traces: Review the logs and traces for more detailed error messages that can provide additional context for the issue.
  SAP Notes: Check the SAP Support Portal for any relevant SAP Notes that may address this specific error or provide additional troubleshooting steps.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the cause of the RSDS248 error and implement a solution to resolve it.