How To Fix RSDTM166 - No InfoSource with rule length "&2" found (source system: "&1")

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: RSDTM - Data Mining Connection Messages

• Message number: 166

• Message text: No InfoSource with rule length "&2" found (source system: "&1")

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message RSDTM166 - No InfoSource with rule length "&2" found (source system: "&1") ?

  The SAP error message RSDTM166 indicates that there is an issue with the InfoSource configuration in the context of data extraction from a source system. Specifically, the error states that no InfoSource with the specified rule length was found for the given source system. Here’s a breakdown of the cause, potential solutions, and related information:
  Cause:
  
  Missing InfoSource: The specified InfoSource does not exist in the system or is not activated.
  Incorrect Configuration: The InfoSource may not be properly configured or may not match the expected rule length.
  Source System Issues: There may be issues with the source system connection or the data extraction process.
  Transport Issues: If the InfoSource was recently transported from another system, it may not have been properly activated or configured in the target system.
  
  Solutions:
  
  
  Check InfoSource Existence:
  
  Go to the Data Warehousing Workbench (transaction RSA1) and check if the InfoSource exists in the specified source system.
  Ensure that the InfoSource is activated.
  
  
  
  Review Configuration:
  
  Verify the configuration of the InfoSource. Check the extraction rules and ensure they are set up correctly.
  Make sure that the InfoSource is linked to the correct DataSource.
  
  
  
  Check Source System Connection:
  
  Ensure that the connection to the source system is active and functioning correctly.
  Test the connection to the source system to confirm that it is reachable.
  
  
  
  Transport and Activation:
  
  If the InfoSource was transported, ensure that all necessary objects were transported and activated in the target system.
  Re-activate the InfoSource if necessary.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Review SAP documentation or notes related to the specific InfoSource and the error message for any additional troubleshooting steps.
  
  
  
  Check for Updates:
  
  Ensure that your SAP system is up to date with the latest support packages and notes, as there may be fixes related to this issue.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: RSA1 (Data Warehousing Workbench), RSO2 (DataSource Maintenance), RSO1 (InfoSource Maintenance).
  SAP Notes: Search for relevant SAP Notes in the SAP Support Portal that may address this specific error or provide additional troubleshooting steps.
  Community Forums: Consider checking SAP Community forums or other user groups for similar issues and solutions shared by other users.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the root cause of the RSDTM166 error and implement a solution to resolve it.