How To Fix RSFBP018 - Source object &1 &2 is not valid

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: RSFBP - Open ODS Layer Object

• Message number: 018

• Message text: Source object &1 &2 is not valid

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message RSFBP018 - Source object &1 &2 is not valid ?

  The SAP error message RSFBP018 indicates that a source object specified in a process chain or a data flow is not valid. This can occur in various contexts, such as when dealing with data extraction, transformation, or loading processes in SAP BW (Business Warehouse) or SAP BI (Business Intelligence).
  Cause:
  
  Invalid Object Reference: The source object (like an InfoProvider, DataSource, or InfoObject) referenced in the process chain or data flow does not exist or has been deleted.
  Incorrect Object Type: The object type specified may not match the expected type for the operation being performed.
  Transport Issues: If the object was transported from one system to another, it may not have been transported correctly or may not exist in the target system.
  Authorization Issues: The user executing the process may not have the necessary authorizations to access the specified object.
  Inactive Objects: The object may be inactive or not properly activated in the system.
  
  Solution:
  
  Verify Object Existence: Check if the source object exists in the system. You can do this by navigating to the relevant transaction (like RSA1 for DataSources or RSD1 for InfoProviders) and searching for the object.
  Check Object Type: Ensure that the object type is correct and matches what is expected in the process chain or data flow.
  Re-transport Objects: If the object was recently transported, ensure that it was transported correctly. You may need to re-transport the object or check the transport logs for errors.
  Check Authorizations: Ensure that the user executing the process has the necessary authorizations to access the source object.
  Activate Objects: If the object is inactive, activate it in the relevant transaction.
  Review Process Chain: If the error occurs in a process chain, review the process chain configuration to ensure that all source objects are correctly defined and valid.
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: 
  
  RSA1: Data Warehousing Workbench
  RSD1: InfoProvider Maintenance
  RSO2: DataSource Maintenance
  
  
  Logs and Traces: Check the process chain logs for more detailed error messages that can provide additional context.
  SAP Notes: Search for relevant SAP Notes in the SAP Support Portal that may address specific issues related to this error message.
  Documentation: Review SAP documentation for process chains and data flows to ensure proper configuration and usage.
  
  If the issue persists after following these steps, consider reaching out to your SAP Basis or BW team for further assistance, as they may have additional tools and insights to diagnose the problem.