How To Fix RSDTM101 - Could not find external source system.

RSDTM101 - Overview

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: RSDTM - Data Mining Connection Messages

• Message number: 101

• Message text: Could not find external source system.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message RSDTM101 - Could not find external source system. ?

  The SAP error message RSDTM101: Could not find external source system typically occurs in the context of SAP BW (Business Warehouse) when the system is unable to locate the specified external source system. This can happen for various reasons, and understanding the cause is essential for troubleshooting the issue.
  Causes:
  
  
  Incorrect Source System Configuration: The source system may not be properly configured in the SAP BW system. This could include missing or incorrect settings in the source system definition.
  
  
  Source System Not Activated: The source system might not be activated or might be in a state that prevents it from being accessed.
  
  
  Network Issues: There could be network connectivity issues between the SAP BW system and the external source system.
  
  
  Authorization Issues: The user or the system may not have the necessary authorizations to access the external source system.
  
  
  Transport Issues: If the source system configuration was transported from another system, there may have been issues