How To Fix RSM143 - DS & for source sys. & does not exist; InfoPackage & cannot be activated

RSM143 - Overview

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: RSM -

• Message number: 143

• Message text: DS & for source sys. & does not exist; InfoPackage & cannot be activated

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message RSM143 - DS & for source sys. & does not exist; InfoPackage & cannot be activated ?

  The SAP error message RSM143 typically indicates that there is an issue with a DataSource in the context of SAP BW (Business Warehouse) or SAP BI (Business Intelligence). The message suggests that the specified DataSource does not exist or cannot be activated for the given InfoPackage. Here’s a breakdown of the potential causes, solutions, and related information for this error:
  Causes:
  
  Non-Existent DataSource: The DataSource specified in the InfoPackage may not exist in the source system or may have been deleted or renamed.
  Incorrect Configuration: The DataSource might not be properly configured in the BW system, leading to activation issues.
  Transport Issues: If the DataSource was transported from another system, there may have been issues during the transport process.
  Authorization Issues: The user may not have the necessary authorizations to access the DataSource in the source system.
  Connection Issues: There may be connectivity issues between the BW system and the source system.
  
  Solutions:
  
  
  Verify DataSource Existence:
  
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