How To Fix RSIM021 - Error executing DataSource &1 (BI Content issue)

RSIM021 - Overview

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: RSIM - Messages for BI KPI monitoring and Health Checks

• Message number: 021

• Message text: Error executing DataSource &1 (BI Content issue)

What causes this issue?

Error in the extractor.

System Response

The system posts an error message. It does not attempt to fix the error,
as this is a content issue.

How to fix this error?

Execute the DataSource in transaction RSA3 for more information.

Procedure for System Administrators

The system issues an error message and will not allow you to continue with this transaction until the error is resolved.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message RSIM021 - Error executing DataSource &1 (BI Content issue) ?

  The SAP error message RSIM021 indicates that there is an issue with executing a DataSource in SAP Business Intelligence (BI). This error typically arises when there are problems related to the extraction of data from the source system, particularly when using BI Content.
  Cause of RSIM021 Error
  
  DataSource 
  Configuration Issues: The DataSource may not be properly configured or activated in the source system.
  Missing or Incomplete Data: The DataSource might be trying to extract data that does not exist or is incomplete.
  Authorization Issues: The user executing the DataSource may not have the necessary authorizations to access the data.
  Technical Issues: There could be technical problems such as connection issues between the source system and the BI system.
  Changes in Source System: If there have been changes in the source system (like changes in the structure of the underlying tables), it may lead to this error.
  BI Content Version: The version of the BI Content may not