How To Fix RSLWSP198 - DataSource &1 &2 does not exist

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: RSLWSP - BW Workspaces

• Message number: 198

• Message text: DataSource &1 &2 does not exist

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message RSLWSP198 - DataSource &1 &2 does not exist ?

  The SAP error message RSLWSP198 indicates that a specific DataSource does not exist in the system. This error typically occurs when you are trying to access or use a DataSource that has not been defined or has been deleted from the system.
  Cause:
  
  Non-existent DataSource: The DataSource you are trying to access has not been created or has been removed from the system.
  Incorrect DataSource Name: There may be a typo or incorrect naming in the DataSource identifier you are using.
  Transport Issues: If the DataSource was recently transported from another system, it may not have been successfully imported.
  Authorization Issues: The user may not have the necessary authorizations to view or access the DataSource.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Verify DataSource Existence:
  
  Go to the Data Warehousing Workbench (transaction code RSA1) and check if the DataSource exists in the relevant InfoSource or DataSource list.
  Use transaction code RSA2 to check if the DataSource is available in the system.
  
  
  
  Check Naming:
  
  Ensure that the DataSource name you are using is correct. Double-check for any typos or incorrect identifiers.
  
  
  
  Recreate DataSource:
  
  If the DataSource does not exist, you may need to create it again. This can be done through the DataSource creation transaction (transaction code RSA1).
  
  
  
  Transport Check:
  
  If the DataSource was supposed to be transported from another system, check the transport logs to ensure it was successfully imported.
  
  
  
  Authorization Check:
  
  Ensure that the user has the necessary authorizations to access the DataSource. You may need to consult with your SAP security team to verify this.
  
  
  
  System Consistency:
  
  If you suspect that the system is inconsistent, you may need to run consistency checks or consult with your SAP Basis team.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  
  Transaction Codes:
  
  RSA1: Data Warehousing Workbench
  RSA2: DataSource Maintenance
  RSC1: Create DataSource
  RSC2: Change DataSource
  RSC3: Display DataSource
  
  
  
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that may address specific issues related to DataSources or this error message.
  
  
  Documentation: Refer to SAP Help documentation for more details on DataSource management and troubleshooting.
  
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the cause of the error and implement a solution to resolve it.