How To Fix RSIWA004 - Selection of requests from data source '&' type '&' cancelled with errors

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: RSIWA - Impact and Water Level

• Message number: 004

• Message text: Selection of requests from data source '&' type '&' cancelled with errors

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message RSIWA004 - Selection of requests from data source '&' type '&' cancelled with errors ?

  The SAP error message RSIWA004 indicates that there was an issue when trying to select requests from a specific data source. This error typically occurs in the context of data extraction or data loading processes, particularly in SAP BW (Business Warehouse) or SAP BW/4HANA environments.
  Cause:
  The error message "RSIWA004 Selection of requests from data source '&' type '&' cancelled with errors" can be caused by several factors, including:
  
  Data Source Issues: The data source specified may not be correctly configured or may not exist.
  Authorization Problems: The user executing the request may not have the necessary authorizations to access the data source or the underlying data.
  Data Integrity Issues: There may be issues with the data itself, such as missing or corrupted records.
  Technical Errors: There could be technical issues such as system performance problems, database connectivity issues, or temporary system outages.
  Incorrect Selection Criteria: The selection criteria used for the data extraction may be incorrect or too restrictive, leading to no data being found.
  
  Solution:
  To resolve the RSIWA004 error, you can take the following steps:
  
  
  Check Data Source Configuration:
  
  Verify that the data source is correctly configured in the SAP system.
  Ensure that the data source is active and that it is set up to extract data from the correct underlying tables.
  
  
  
  Review Authorizations:
  
  Check the user authorizations to ensure that the user has the necessary permissions to access the data source and the data it contains.
  Use transaction SU53 to analyze authorization issues if they arise.
  
  
  
  Examine Data Integrity:
  
  Check the underlying data for any inconsistencies or corruption.
  Use transaction RSA1 to monitor the data source and check for any errors in the data loading process.
  
  
  
  Adjust Selection Criteria:
  
  Review the selection criteria used for the data extraction. Ensure that they are appropriate and not overly restrictive.
  Test the extraction with broader criteria to see if data can be retrieved.
  
  
  
  Monitor System Performance:
  
  Check for any system performance issues that may be affecting data extraction.
  Review system logs for any errors or warnings that may provide additional context.
  
  
  
  Consult SAP Notes:
  
  Search for relevant SAP Notes in the SAP Support Portal that may address this specific error message or provide additional troubleshooting steps.
  
  
  
  Re-run the Process:
  
  After addressing the above points, try to re-run the data extraction process to see if the issue has been resolved.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: 
  
  RSA1: Data Warehousing Workbench
  RSA3: Extract Data from DataSource
  SU53: Display Authorization Check
  
  
  SAP Notes: Always check for the latest SAP Notes related to your specific version of SAP BW or SAP HANA, as they may contain fixes or workarounds for known issues.
  
  If the problem persists after following these steps, it may be necessary to engage with SAP support for further assistance.