How To Fix RSM005 - Transfer structure is not yet active

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: RSM -

• Message number: 005

• Message text: Transfer structure is not yet active

What causes this issue?

The transfer structure has not yet been created or not yet activated.
Without a transfer structure the data cannot be accepted from the source
system. Therefore, this request of the data is not possible.

System Response

How to fix this error?

In the Data Warehousing Workbench maintain the transfer rules for this
source system and activate them.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message RSM005 - Transfer structure is not yet active ?

  The SAP error message RSM005, which states "Transfer structure is not yet active," typically occurs in the context of SAP BW (Business Warehouse) when you are trying to load data into a DataStore Object (DSO) or InfoCube, and the transfer structure associated with the data source is not activated.
  Cause:
  
  Inactive Transfer Structure: The transfer structure for the data source has not been activated. This can happen if the transfer structure was created or modified but not yet activated.
  Changes in Data Source: If there have been changes made to the data source or the transfer structure, it may require reactivation.
  Transport Issues: If the transfer structure was transported from one system to another, it may not have been activated in the target system.
  
  Solution:
  To resolve the RSM005 error, follow these steps:
  
  
  Activate the Transfer Structure:
  
  Go to the SAP BW system.
  Navigate to the Data Warehousing Workbench (transaction code RSA1).
  Find the relevant data source under the "Data Sources" section.
  Right-click on the data source and select "Activate Transfer Structure."
  Confirm the activation process.
  
  
  
  Check for Changes:
  
  If you have made changes to the data source or transfer structure, ensure that you have activated all related objects.
  You may need to check the InfoObject and ensure that it is also active.
  
  
  
  Transport Management:
  
  If the transfer structure was transported, ensure that the transport request was successfully imported and that all objects are activated in the target system.
  
  
  
  Check for Errors:
  
  After activation, check for any errors in the activation log. If there are issues, resolve them accordingly.
  
  
  
  Re-run the Data Load:
  
  Once the transfer structure is activated, re-run the data load process to see if the error persists.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: 
  
  RSA1: Data Warehousing Workbench
  RSMO: Monitor Data Transfer
  RSPC: Process Chain Maintenance
  
  
  Documentation: Refer to SAP Help documentation for detailed steps on activating transfer structures and troubleshooting data loading issues.
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that may address specific issues related to the RSM005 error.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the RSM005 error and successfully load data into your SAP BW system.