How To Fix RSDTM168 - No InfoSource selected

RSDTM168 - Overview

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: RSDTM - Data Mining Connection Messages

• Message number: 168

• Message text: No InfoSource selected

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message RSDTM168 - No InfoSource selected ?

  The SAP error message RSDTM168 "No InfoSource selected" typically occurs in the context of SAP BW (Business Warehouse) when you are trying to create or modify a DataSource or InfoSource, and the system cannot find a valid InfoSource to work with. This can happen for various reasons, including configuration issues or missing selections.
  Causes:
  
  No InfoSource Selected: The most straightforward cause is that you have not selected an InfoSource in the relevant transaction or screen.
  Missing Authorization: You may not have the necessary authorizations to view or select InfoSources.
  
  Configuration Issues: The InfoSource may not be properly configured or may not exist in the system.
  Transport Issues: If the InfoSource was recently transported from another system, it may not have been activated or may have errors.
  DataSource Issues: If you are working with a DataSource, it may not be linked correctly to an InfoSource.
  
  Solutions:
  
  Select an InfoSource: Ensure that you have selected a valid InfoSource in the