How To Fix RSM177 - Transfer structure & does not exist

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: RSM -

• Message number: 177

• Message text: Transfer structure & does not exist

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message RSM177 - Transfer structure & does not exist ?

  The SAP error message RSM177 indicates that a transfer structure does not exist for the specified data source. This error typically occurs in the context of SAP BW (Business Warehouse) when you are trying to load data from a source system into a BW InfoProvider, and the transfer structure required for the data transfer is missing.
  Cause:
  
  Missing Transfer Structure: The transfer structure for the specified data source has not been created or activated in the BW system.
  Incorrect Data Source: The data source you are trying to use may not be correctly defined or may not exist in the BW system.
  Transport Issues: If the transfer structure was recently transported from another system, it may not have been properly imported or activated.
  Data Source Deactivation: The data source might have been deactivated or deleted in the BW system.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check Transfer Structure:
  
  Go to the Data Warehousing Workbench (transaction RSA1).
  Navigate to the relevant InfoSource or DataSource.
  Check if the transfer structure exists. If it does not, you will need to create it.
  
  
  
  Create Transfer Structure:
  
  If the transfer structure is missing, you can create it by:
  
  Selecting the DataSource in RSA1.
  Right-clicking and choosing "Create Transfer Structure."
  Follow the prompts to define the fields and structure as needed.
  
  
  
  
  
  Activate Transfer Structure:
  
  If the transfer structure exists but is not activated, you can activate it by:
  
  Selecting the transfer structure in RSA1.
  Right-clicking and choosing "Activate."
  
  
  
  
  
  Check Data Source Configuration:
  
  Ensure that the DataSource is correctly configured and that it points to the correct source system.
  Verify that the DataSource is active and has the correct settings.
  
  
  
  Transport Issues:
  
  If the transfer structure was transported, check the transport logs for any errors.
  Ensure that all necessary objects were included in the transport request.
  
  
  
  Recheck Data Source:
  
  If you suspect the DataSource is incorrect, you may need to recreate it or adjust its settings.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes:
  
  RSA1: Data Warehousing Workbench
  RSO2: DataSource Maintenance
  RSO3: DataSource Activation
  
  
  Documentation: Refer to SAP Help documentation for detailed steps on creating and managing transfer structures 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 RSM177 error and successfully load data into your BW system.