How To Fix RSDS262 - Editing has to be performed using BW Modeling Tools (Eclipse)

RSDS262 - Overview

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: RSDS - New DataSource

• Message number: 262

• Message text: Editing has to be performed using BW Modeling Tools (Eclipse)

What causes this issue?

The only way to maintain DataSource &V1&(&V2&) in SAP HANA source
systems is by using Modeling Tools (Eclipse).

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

System Response

In general, maintaining (creating or changing) this DataSource in the
back end modeling environment (in DWWB or transaction RSDS for example)
is not supported.

How to fix this error?

Maintain (create and/or change) DataSources in SAP HANA source systems
in the BW Modeling Tools (Eclipse).

Error message extract from SAP system. Copyright SAP SE.

Smart SAP Assistant

• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message RSDS262 - Editing has to be performed using BW Modeling Tools (Eclipse) ?

  The SAP error message RSDS262 indicates that certain editing tasks in SAP BW (Business Warehouse) must be performed using the BW Modeling Tools, which is an Eclipse-based environment. This error typically arises when users attempt to edit objects that are not supported in the traditional SAP GUI or when they are using an outdated or incompatible version of the tools.
  
  Cause:
  
  Incompatibility with SAP GUI: The specific object you are trying to edit is designed to be modified only in the BW Modeling Tools, which is part of the Eclipse IDE.
  Object Type: Certain objects, such as Advanced DSO (DataStore Objects), CompositeProviders, or other BW modeling objects, require the use of BW Modeling Tools for editing.
  Version Issues: If you are using an older version of the BW Modeling Tools or Eclipse, it may not support the features or objects you are trying to work with.
  
  
  Solution:
  
  Use BW Modeling Tools: To resolve the error, you