How To Fix RSFBP047 - Open ODS Views can only be maintained in BW Modeling Tools (Eclipse)

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: RSFBP - Open ODS Layer Object

• Message number: 047

• Message text: Open ODS Views can only be maintained in BW Modeling Tools (Eclipse)

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message RSFBP047 - Open ODS Views can only be maintained in BW Modeling Tools (Eclipse) ?

  The SAP error message RSFBP047 indicates that you are trying to maintain Open ODS Views in a way that is not supported. Specifically, this error occurs when you attempt to create or modify Open ODS Views using the SAP GUI instead of the BW Modeling Tools in Eclipse.
  Cause:
  The primary cause of this error is that Open ODS Views are a feature of SAP BW/4HANA and SAP BW on HANA that require the use of the BW Modeling Tools, which is an Eclipse-based environment. The SAP GUI does not support the maintenance of Open ODS Views, leading to this error message.
  Solution:
  To resolve this error, you should follow these steps:
  
  
  Install Eclipse: Ensure that you have the Eclipse IDE installed on your machine. You can download it from the official Eclipse website.
  
  
  Install BW Modeling Tools: After installing Eclipse, you need to install the BW Modeling Tools plugin. This can typically be done through the Eclipse Marketplace:
  
  Open Eclipse.
  Go to Help > Eclipse Marketplace.
  Search for "BW Modeling Tools" and install it.
  
  
  
  Connect to your BW System: Once the BW Modeling Tools are installed, you can connect to your SAP BW system:
  
  Open the BW Modeling Tools perspective in Eclipse.
  Use the SAP Logon to connect to your BW system.
  
  
  
  Create or Modify Open ODS Views: After connecting, you can create or modify Open ODS Views directly within the BW Modeling Tools environment.
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Documentation: Refer to the official SAP documentation for BW Modeling Tools for detailed instructions on how to use the tools effectively.
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that may provide additional insights or updates regarding Open ODS Views and BW Modeling Tools.
  Training: Consider taking training courses on SAP BW/4HANA and BW Modeling Tools to familiarize yourself with the environment and its capabilities.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the RSFBP047 error and successfully maintain Open ODS Views in your SAP BW environment.