How To Fix RSES_DS108 - Extraction method &1: '1' must be selected for 'Commit After Init.'

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: RSES_DS - Messages DataSource-ESR References

• Message number: 108

• Message text: Extraction method &1: '1' must be selected for 'Commit After Init.'

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message RSES_DS108 - Extraction method &1: '1' must be selected for 'Commit After Init.' ?

  The SAP error message RSES_DS108 typically occurs during the data extraction process in SAP BW (Business Warehouse) when there is an issue with the extraction method configuration. The error message indicates that a specific extraction method must be selected for the "Commit After Init" setting.
  Cause:
  The error arises when the extraction method being used does not support the "Commit After Init" option, or the configuration for the extraction method is not set correctly. This can happen if:
  
  The extraction method is not compatible with the "Commit After Init" setting.
  The settings in the DataSource or InfoPackage are incorrectly configured.
  The extraction method is not properly defined in the system.
  
  Solution:
  To resolve the RSES_DS108 error, you can follow these steps:
  
  
  Check the Extraction Method:
  
  Go to the DataSource in the SAP BW system and verify the extraction method being used.
  Ensure that the extraction method supports the "Commit After Init" option.
  
  
  
  Modify InfoPackage Settings:
  
  Open the InfoPackage associated with the DataSource.
  Navigate to the "Data Source" tab and check the settings for "Commit After Init."
  If the extraction method does not support this option, you may need to deselect it.
  
  
  
  Review DataSource Configuration:
  
  Check the configuration of the DataSource in transaction RSA1 (Data Warehousing Workbench).
  Ensure that all settings are correctly defined and that the extraction method is appropriate for the data being extracted.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Refer to SAP documentation or notes related to the specific extraction method you are using to understand its capabilities and limitations.
  
  
  
  Testing:
  
  After making the necessary changes, test the extraction process again to see if the error persists.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  
  Transaction Codes: 
  
  RSA1: Data Warehousing Workbench
  RSO2: Maintain DataSource
  RSPC: Process Chain Maintenance
  
  
  
  SAP Notes: 
  
  Check for any relevant SAP Notes that may provide additional insights or fixes related to this error message.
  
  
  
  SAP Community: 
  
  Engage with the SAP Community forums for discussions and solutions shared by other users who may have encountered the same issue.
  
  
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the RSES_DS108 error and successfully configure your extraction method in SAP BW.