How To Fix RSES_DS004 - Invalid DataSource '&1', object version '&2'

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: RSES_DS - Messages DataSource-ESR References

• Message number: 004

• Message text: Invalid DataSource '&1', object version '&2'

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message RSES_DS004 - Invalid DataSource '&1', object version '&2' ?

  The SAP error message RSES_DS004 indicates that there is an issue with a DataSource in the SAP system. Specifically, it means that the DataSource you are trying to use is invalid or not recognized, and it may also involve an issue with the object version.
  Cause:
  
  Invalid DataSource: The DataSource specified in the error message does not exist or is not activated in the system.
  Object Version: The version of the DataSource you are trying to access may not be the correct one, or it may have been changed or deleted.
  Transport Issues: If the DataSource was transported from another system, there may have been issues during the transport process that caused it to become invalid.
  Authorization Issues: The user may not have the necessary authorizations to access the DataSource.
  Technical Issues: There may be underlying technical issues with the DataSource or the underlying data model.
  
  Solution:
  
  Check DataSource Existence: Verify that the DataSource exists in the system. You can do this by navigating to the DataSource in the Data Warehousing Workbench (transaction RSA1) or using transaction code RSA3 to check if the DataSource is available.
  Activate DataSource: If the DataSource exists but is not activated, activate it. You can do this in the Data Warehousing Workbench.
  Check Object Version: Ensure that you are using the correct version of the DataSource. If there are multiple versions, make sure you are referencing the right one.
  Transport Check: If the DataSource was recently transported, check the transport logs for any errors or issues that may have occurred during the transport.
  Authorization Check: Ensure that the user has the necessary authorizations to access the DataSource. You can check this in transaction SU53 or by reviewing the user's roles and authorizations.
  Recreate DataSource: If the DataSource is corrupted or invalid, consider recreating it. This may involve deleting the existing DataSource and creating a new one with the same configuration.
  Consult SAP Notes: Check the SAP Support Portal for any relevant SAP Notes that may address this specific error message or provide additional troubleshooting steps.
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: 
  
  RSA1: Data Warehousing Workbench
  RSA3: DataSource Test
  SE11: Data Dictionary (to check underlying tables)
  SE80: Object Navigator (to check object versions)
  
  
  SAP Notes: Search for specific SAP Notes related to RSES_DS004 for any known issues or patches.
  Documentation: Review SAP documentation on DataSources and data modeling for best practices and troubleshooting tips.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify and resolve the issue related to the RSES_DS004 error message.