How To Fix RSM142 - InfoPackage &1 does not exist in D version; activation not possible

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: RSM -

• Message number: 142

• Message text: InfoPackage &1 does not exist in D version; activation not possible

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message RSM142 - InfoPackage &1 does not exist in D version; activation not possible ?

  The SAP error message RSM142 indicates that the InfoPackage you are trying to activate does not exist in the D version (the Delta version) of the DataSource. This typically occurs in the context of data extraction processes in SAP BW (Business Warehouse) when working with InfoPackages.
  Cause:
  
  InfoPackage Not Created: The InfoPackage may not have been created for the Delta version of the DataSource.
  Incorrect Version: The InfoPackage might be referencing an incorrect or outdated version of the DataSource.
  Transport Issues: If the InfoPackage was transported from another system, it may not have been properly activated in the target system.
  Deletion: The InfoPackage may have been deleted or not properly activated in the D version.
  
  Solution:
  
  Check InfoPackage: Verify that the InfoPackage exists in the system. You can do this by navigating to the InfoPackage maintenance transaction (e.g., RSA1) and checking the list of InfoPackages for the relevant DataSource.
  Create/Activate InfoPackage: If the InfoPackage does not exist, create a new InfoPackage for the Delta version of the DataSource. Ensure that it is properly configured for the data extraction.
  Check DataSource: Ensure that the DataSource is correctly set up and activated in the source system. You can check this in the DataSource maintenance transaction (e.g., RSA5).
  Transport Requests: If the InfoPackage was transported, ensure that all related transport requests have been successfully imported and activated in the target system.
  Recreate InfoPackage: If the InfoPackage exists but is not functioning correctly, consider deleting it and recreating it to ensure it is properly linked to the DataSource.
  Check for Errors: Look for any other error messages or logs that might provide additional context about the issue.
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: 
  
  RSA1: Data Warehousing Workbench
  RSA5: DataSource Maintenance
  RSMO: Monitor Data Load
  
  
  Documentation: Refer to SAP Help documentation for detailed steps on creating and managing InfoPackages and DataSources.
  SAP Notes: Check SAP Notes for any known issues or patches related to this error message.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the RSM142 error and successfully activate your InfoPackage.