How To Fix RSES_DS116 - Software component &1 does not match software component from proxy (&2)

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: RSES_DS - Messages DataSource-ESR References

• Message number: 116

• Message text: Software component &1 does not match software component from proxy (&2)

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message RSES_DS116 - Software component &1 does not match software component from proxy (&2) ?

  The SAP error message RSES_DS116 indicates a mismatch between the software component version of a DataSource and the version expected by the proxy. This typically occurs in scenarios involving SAP Data Services, SAP BW, or SAP PI/PO where there is a discrepancy in the software components being used.
  Cause:
  
  Version Mismatch: The software component version of the DataSource does not match the version expected by the proxy. This can happen if the DataSource was updated or if the proxy was configured to use a different version.
  Transport Issues: If the DataSource was transported from one system to another, the transport might not have included the correct software component version.
  Configuration Errors: Incorrect configuration settings in the DataSource or proxy can lead to this error.
  
  Solution:
  
  Check Software Component Versions: Verify the software component versions of both the DataSource and the proxy. Ensure they match. You can do this by checking the relevant transaction codes in SAP (like SE80 for Object Navigator).
  Update the Proxy: If the DataSource has been updated, you may need to update the proxy to match the new version of the DataSource.
  Reconfigure the DataSource: If there are configuration issues, reconfigure the DataSource to ensure it aligns with the expected software component version.
  Transport Consistency: If the issue arose after a transport, ensure that all necessary objects and their dependencies were included in the transport request.
  Check for Notes and Patches: Sometimes, SAP releases notes or patches that address specific issues. Check the SAP Support Portal for any relevant notes that might pertain to this error.
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Use transaction codes like SE80 (Object Navigator), RSA1 (Data Warehousing Workbench), or RSO2 (DataSource Maintenance) to investigate the DataSource and proxy configurations.
  SAP Notes: Search for SAP Notes related to RSES_DS116 for any specific guidance or patches that may resolve the issue.
  Documentation: Review SAP documentation for DataSources and proxies to understand the expected configurations and versioning.
  
  If the issue persists after trying the above solutions, consider reaching out to SAP support for further assistance.