How To Fix RSDS_ACCESS039 - Invalid field name; change name manually

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: RSDS_ACCESS - Access Messages

• Message number: 039

• Message text: Invalid field name; change name manually

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message RSDS_ACCESS039 - Invalid field name; change name manually ?

  The SAP error message RSDS_ACCESS039 typically occurs in the context of SAP BW (Business Warehouse) when there is an issue with the field names in a DataSource or InfoProvider. This error indicates that the system has encountered an invalid field name, which may be due to various reasons such as changes in the underlying data structure, incorrect mappings, or issues with the DataSource configuration.
  Causes:
  
  Field Name Changes: The field names in the source system may have been changed or deleted, leading to a mismatch with the DataSource definition in SAP BW.
  DataSource Configuration Issues: The DataSource may not be properly configured, or the field mappings may not align with the source data.
  Transport Issues: If the DataSource was transported from one system to another, there may be inconsistencies in the field definitions.
  DataSource Activation: The DataSource may not have been activated properly after changes were made.
  
  Solutions:
  
  Check Field Names: Verify the field names in the source system and ensure they match the definitions in the DataSource. If there are discrepancies, update the DataSource accordingly.
  Update DataSource: If the field names have changed, you may need to manually adjust the DataSource definition in SAP BW. This can be done in the DataSource maintenance transaction (e.g., RSA1).
  Re-activate DataSource: After making changes to the DataSource, ensure that you activate it again to apply the changes.
  Check for Transport Issues: If the DataSource was transported, check the transport logs for any errors or warnings that may indicate issues with the field definitions.
  Consult Documentation: Review any relevant documentation or change logs to understand what changes were made to the source system or DataSource.
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: You may use transaction codes like RSA1 (Data Warehousing Workbench) to manage DataSources and InfoProviders.
  SAP Notes: Check SAP Notes for any known issues or patches related to the error message RSDS_ACCESS039.
  Debugging: If the issue persists, consider debugging the DataSource extraction process to identify where the invalid field name is being referenced.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the RSDS_ACCESS039 error and ensure that your DataSource is correctly configured to extract data from the source system.