How To Fix RSDTM165 - InfoSource with rule length "&2" not found (Query: "&1",InfoSource: "&3")

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: RSDTM - Data Mining Connection Messages

• Message number: 165

• Message text: InfoSource with rule length "&2" not found (Query: "&1",InfoSource: "&3")

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message RSDTM165 - InfoSource with rule length "&2" not found (Query: "&1",InfoSource: "&3") ?

  The SAP error message RSDTM165 indicates that a specific InfoSource, which is referenced in a query, cannot be found. This error typically occurs in the context of SAP BW (Business Warehouse) when a query is trying to access data from an InfoSource that either does not exist or is not properly configured.
  Cause:
  
  Missing InfoSource: The InfoSource specified in the query does not exist in the system.
  Incorrect Configuration: The InfoSource may exist but is not correctly configured or activated.
  Transport Issues: If the InfoSource was recently transported from another system, it may not have been properly imported or activated in the target system.
  Authorization Issues: The user executing the query may not have the necessary authorizations to access the InfoSource.
  DataSource Issues: The underlying DataSource for the InfoSource may be inactive or not properly set up.
  
  Solution:
  
  Check InfoSource Existence: Verify that the InfoSource mentioned in the error message exists in the system. You can do this by navigating to the InfoSource maintenance transaction (e.g., RSA1) and checking the list of InfoSources.
  Activate the InfoSource: If the InfoSource exists but is not activated, activate it. This can be done in the InfoSource maintenance area.
  Check Transport Logs: If the InfoSource was recently transported, check the transport logs to ensure that it was successfully imported and activated.
  Review Authorizations: Ensure that the user has the necessary authorizations to access the InfoSource. This may involve checking roles and authorizations in the user profile.
  Validate DataSource: Check the underlying DataSource for the InfoSource to ensure it is active and properly configured. You can do this in the DataSource maintenance area.
  Rebuild the Query: If the InfoSource is confirmed to be correct and active, try to rebuild the query to ensure that it is referencing the InfoSource correctly.
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Use transaction codes like RSA1 (Data Warehousing Workbench) to manage InfoSources and DataSources.
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that may address specific issues related to InfoSources and queries.
  Documentation: Refer to SAP BW documentation for detailed information on InfoSources, DataSources, and query design.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify and resolve the issue related to the RSDTM165 error message.