How To Fix RSDTM061 - Error when requesting Metadata for report "&1" with RC "&2"

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: RSDTM - Data Mining Connection Messages

• Message number: 061

• Message text: Error when requesting Metadata for report "&1" with RC "&2"

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message RSDTM061 - Error when requesting Metadata for report "&1" with RC "&2" ?

  The SAP error message RSDTM061 typically indicates an issue with retrieving metadata for a report in the SAP Business Warehouse (BW) or Business Intelligence (BI) environment. The error message format is as follows:
  RSDTM061 Error when requesting Metadata for report "&1" with RC "&2"
  Cause
  The error can be caused by several factors, including:
  
  Authorization Issues: The user may not have the necessary authorizations to access the metadata for the specified report.
  Report Configuration: There may be issues with the configuration of the report itself, such as missing or incorrect settings.
  Data Source Problems: The underlying data source for the report may be unavailable or misconfigured.
  System Performance: High system load or performance issues can lead to timeouts or failures in retrieving metadata.
  Transport Issues: If the report was recently transported from one system to another, there may be inconsistencies or missing objects in the target system.
  Version Compatibility: There may be compatibility issues between different versions of SAP components.
  
  Solution
  To resolve the RSDTM061 error, you can take the following steps:
  
  
  Check Authorizations: Ensure that the user has the necessary authorizations to access the report and its metadata. You can use transaction SU53 to analyze authorization issues.
  
  
  Validate Report Configuration: Review the report configuration in the SAP BW/BI system. Check for any missing or incorrect settings that could affect metadata retrieval.
  
  
  Examine Data Sources: Verify that the data sources used by the report are available and correctly configured. You can check the status of the data sources in the Data Warehousing Workbench (transaction RSA1).
  
  
  Monitor System Performance: Check the system performance and load. If the system is under heavy load, consider running the report during off-peak hours or optimizing the system performance.
  
  
  Check Transport Logs: If the report was recently transported, review the transport logs for any errors or warnings that may indicate missing objects or inconsistencies.
  
  
  Review System Logs: Use transaction SM21 to check the system logs for any related error messages that could provide more context about the issue.
  
  
  Consult SAP Notes: Search for relevant SAP Notes in the SAP Support Portal that may address this specific error message or provide additional troubleshooting steps.
  
  
  Contact SAP Support: If the issue persists after trying the above steps, consider reaching out to SAP Support for further assistance.
  
  
  Related Information
  
  Transaction Codes: 
  
  RSA1: Data Warehousing Workbench
  SU53: Authorization Check
  SM21: System Log
  
  
  SAP Notes: Always check the SAP Support Portal for the latest notes related to your specific version of SAP BW/BI, as they may contain fixes or workarounds for known issues.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to diagnose and resolve the RSDTM061 error effectively.