How To Fix RSDTM164 - InfoSource "&1" not connected with source system "&2"

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: RSDTM - Data Mining Connection Messages

• Message number: 164

• Message text: InfoSource "&1" not connected with source system "&2"

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message RSDTM164 - InfoSource "&1" not connected with source system "&2" ?

  The SAP error message RSDTM164 indicates that an InfoSource is not connected to the specified source system. This can occur in the context of SAP BW (Business Warehouse) when there is a configuration issue with the data source or InfoSource.
  Cause:
  
  Missing Connection: The InfoSource is not properly connected to the source system. This could be due to a misconfiguration or the InfoSource not being activated.
  Source System Issues: The source system may not be available or properly configured in the BW system.
  Transport Issues: If the InfoSource was transported from another system, the connection might not have been set up correctly in the target system.
  Authorization Issues: There may be authorization issues preventing the connection from being established.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check InfoSource Configuration:
  
  Go to the InfoSource in the SAP BW system and verify that it is correctly configured to connect to the source system.
  Ensure that the InfoSource is activated.
  
  
  
  Verify Source System:
  
  Check if the source system is correctly defined in the BW system. You can do this by navigating to the source system settings in the SAP BW system.
  Ensure that the source system is active and reachable.
  
  
  
  Re-establish Connection:
  
  If the InfoSource was transported, you may need to re-establish the connection to the source system.
  You can do this by going to the DataSource and checking the connection settings.
  
  
  
  Check Authorizations:
  
  Ensure that the user has the necessary authorizations to access the source system and the InfoSource.
  
  
  
  Check for Errors in DataSource:
  
  If the InfoSource is based on a DataSource, check the DataSource for any errors or misconfigurations.
  
  
  
  Consult Logs:
  
  Check the logs for any additional error messages that might provide more context on the issue.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: You can use transaction codes like RSA1 (Data Warehousing Workbench) to access InfoSources and DataSources.
  Documentation: Refer to SAP Help documentation for detailed steps on configuring InfoSources and DataSources.
  SAP Notes: Check SAP Notes for any known issues or patches related to this error message.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify and resolve the issue causing the RSDTM164 error message.