How To Fix RSDTM183 - No association setting "&1" found in "&2"

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: RSDTM - Data Mining Connection Messages

• Message number: 183

• Message text: No association setting "&1" found in "&2"

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message RSDTM183 - No association setting "&1" found in "&2" ?

  The SAP error message RSDTM183 indicates that there is an issue with the association settings in the context of SAP BW (Business Warehouse) or SAP HANA. Specifically, it means that the system is unable to find the specified association setting in the given object (like a DataSource, InfoObject, or InfoProvider).
  Cause:
  
  Missing Association Setting: The specified association setting (indicated by "&1") does not exist in the specified object (indicated by "&2"). This could be due to a typo, deletion, or misconfiguration.
  Transport Issues: If the object was transported from one system to another (e.g., from development to production), the association settings may not have been included or properly configured.
  Version Mismatch: There may be a version mismatch between the objects in the source and target systems, leading to missing associations.
  Incorrect Object Reference: The object reference might be pointing to an incorrect or outdated version of the object.
  
  Solution:
  
  Check Association Settings: Verify that the association setting exists in the specified object. You can do this by navigating to the relevant object in the SAP BW or HANA modeling tools and checking the associations.
  Recreate the Association: If the association is missing, you may need to recreate it. Ensure that you define the association correctly according to the data model requirements.
  Transport Check: If the issue arose after a transport, check the transport logs to ensure that all necessary objects and settings were included in the transport request.
  Consistency Check: Run a consistency check on the data model to identify any inconsistencies or missing associations.
  System Refresh: If you suspect a caching issue, try refreshing the model or restarting the relevant services.
  
  Related Information:
  
  SAP Notes: Check SAP Notes related to RSDTM183 for any specific patches or updates that may address this issue.
  Documentation: Refer to the SAP BW or HANA documentation for detailed information on managing associations and data modeling.
  Community Forums: Look for discussions in SAP Community forums or other user groups where similar issues may have been addressed.
  
  If the problem persists after trying the above solutions, consider reaching out to SAP support for further assistance.