How To Fix RSFBP202 - Source system &1 already exists (with wrong type)

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: RSFBP - Open ODS Layer Object

• Message number: 202

• Message text: Source system &1 already exists (with wrong type)

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message RSFBP202 - Source system &1 already exists (with wrong type) ?

  The SAP error message RSFBP202 indicates that there is an issue with the source system configuration in the context of SAP Business Warehouse (BW) or SAP BusinessObjects. Specifically, it means that a source system with the same name already exists, but it is of a different type than what is being attempted to create or configure.
  Cause:
  
  Duplicate Source System: The source system you are trying to create or configure already exists in the system with the same name but is defined as a different type (e.g., one might be a BW source system while another could be a different type of source).
  Incorrect Configuration: There may be a misconfiguration in the source system settings, leading to a conflict in the type of source system being defined.
  Transport Issues: If you are transporting configurations from one system to another, there might be inconsistencies in the source system definitions.
  
  Solution:
  
  Check Existing Source Systems: Go to the transaction code RSA1 (Data Warehousing Workbench) and navigate to the "Source Systems" section. Check if a source system with the same name already exists and verify its type.
  Modify or Delete Existing Source System: If the existing source system is not needed, you can delete it or modify it to match the type you are trying to create. Be cautious with deletion, as it may affect existing data flows.
  Use a Different Name: If the existing source system is required and cannot be modified, consider using a different name for the new source system you are trying to create.
  Check Transport Requests: If this issue arose after a transport, ensure that the transport request did not inadvertently create a conflict. You may need to adjust the configurations accordingly.
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as RSA1 for Data Warehousing Workbench, RSC1 for creating source systems, and RSC2 for changing them.
  Documentation: Refer to SAP Help documentation for detailed information on configuring source systems and understanding the types of source systems available in SAP BW.
  SAP Notes: Check SAP Notes for any known issues or patches related to this error message, as there may be specific fixes or recommendations provided by SAP.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the RSFBP202 error and successfully configure your source systems in SAP.