How To Fix RSDTM163 - No InfoSource with pattern "&1" connected with source system "&2"

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: RSDTM - Data Mining Connection Messages

• Message number: 163

• Message text: No InfoSource with pattern "&1" connected with source system "&2"

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message RSDTM163 - No InfoSource with pattern "&1" connected with source system "&2" ?

  The SAP error message RSDTM163 indicates that there is no InfoSource that matches the specified pattern and is connected to the specified source system. This error typically occurs in the context of SAP BW (Business Warehouse) when trying to extract data from a source system, and it can be caused by several factors.
  Cause:
  
  Incorrect InfoSource Name: The pattern specified in the error message may not match any existing InfoSources in the system.
  Source System Configuration: The source system may not be properly configured or connected to the BW system.
  Missing InfoSource: The InfoSource may not have been created or activated in the BW system.
  Authorization Issues: The user may not have the necessary authorizations to access the InfoSource or the source system.
  Transport Issues: If the InfoSource was recently transported from another system, it may not have been activated or may have transport errors.
  
  Solution:
  
  Check InfoSource Name: Verify that the InfoSource name specified in the error message is correct. You can do this by navigating to the InfoSource maintenance transaction (e.g., RSA1) and checking the list of available InfoSources.
  Verify Source System Connection: Ensure that the source system is correctly connected to the BW system. You can check this in the source system settings in the BW system.
  Create or Activate InfoSource: If the InfoSource does not exist, you may need to create it. If it exists but is not activated, activate it in the InfoSource maintenance.
  Check Authorizations: Ensure that the user has the necessary authorizations to access the InfoSource and the source system. You may need to consult with your security team to verify this.
  Transport Check: If the InfoSource was recently transported, check for any transport errors and ensure that it has been activated in the target system.
  Consult Documentation: Review SAP documentation or notes related to the specific InfoSource and source system for any additional configuration steps that may be required.
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Use transaction codes like RSA1 (Data Warehousing Workbench) to manage InfoSources and check their status.
  SAP Notes: Search for relevant SAP Notes in the SAP Support Portal that may address specific issues related to InfoSources and source systems.
  Logs and Traces: Check the system logs and traces for any additional error messages or warnings that may provide more context about the issue.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify and resolve the issue related to the RSDTM163 error message in SAP BW.