How To Fix RSIM046 - DataSource &1 does not exist in active version

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

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

• Message number: 046

• Message text: DataSource &1 does not exist in active version

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message RSIM046 - DataSource &1 does not exist in active version ?

  The SAP error message RSIM046 indicates that the DataSource you are trying to access does not exist in the active version. This typically occurs in the context of SAP BW (Business Warehouse) when working with DataSources that are not properly activated or have been deleted.
  Cause:
  
  DataSource Not Activated: The DataSource may not have been activated in the BW system. This can happen if the DataSource was newly created or modified and the activation step was not completed.
  Incorrect DataSource Name: The DataSource name you are trying to use may be incorrect or misspelled.
  DataSource Deleted: The DataSource may have been deleted or is not available in the current version of the InfoSource.
  Transport Issues: If the DataSource was transported from another system, it may not have been activated in the target system.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Activate the DataSource:
  
  Go to the DataSource maintenance transaction (usually RSA1 or RSA2).
  Locate the DataSource in question.
  If it is not activated, activate it by selecting the DataSource and choosing the "Activate" option.
  
  
  
  Check DataSource Name:
  
  Verify that you are using the correct DataSource name. Check for any typos or discrepancies in the name.
  
  
  
  Check for Deletion:
  
  Ensure that the DataSource has not been deleted. You can check this in the DataSource maintenance area.
  
  
  
  Transport Check:
  
  If the DataSource was transported, ensure that the transport was successful and that the DataSource is available in the target system.
  
  
  
  Check Active Version:
  
  Ensure that you are working with the correct version of the DataSource. Sometimes, multiple versions exist, and you may need to activate the correct one.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes:
  
  RSA1: Data Warehousing Workbench
  RSA2: DataSource Maintenance
  
  
  Documentation: Refer to SAP Help documentation for detailed steps on managing DataSources and troubleshooting common issues.
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that may address specific issues related to DataSources and error RSIM046.
  
  If the problem persists after following these steps, consider reaching out to your SAP Basis or BW support team for further assistance.