How To Fix RSM202 - Source system & can no longer be used.

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: RSM -

• Message number: 202

• Message text: Source system & can no longer be used.

What causes this issue?

Source system &V1& is used for other connections. Therefore, it cannot
be used for BW connections or ALE connections.

How to fix this error?

Change the name of the source system.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message RSM202 - Source system & can no longer be used. ?

  The SAP error message RSM202 indicates that a source system is no longer usable in the context of SAP BW (Business Warehouse) or SAP BI (Business Intelligence). This typically occurs when there are issues with the connection to the source system, or if the source system has been deactivated or removed from the landscape.
  Causes of RSM202 Error
  
  Deactivated Source System: The source system may have been deactivated in the SAP BW system.
  Connection Issues: There may be network or configuration issues preventing the BW system from connecting to the source system.
  Technical Changes: Changes in the source system (like upgrades or migrations) that affect the connection or data extraction.
  Authorization Issues: The user may not have the necessary authorizations to access the source system.
  Incorrect Configuration: The source system may not be correctly configured in the BW system.
  
  Solutions to RSM202 Error
  
  
  Check Source System Status:
  
  Go to the SAP BW system and check the status of the source system in the RSA1 transaction (Data Warehousing Workbench).
  Ensure that the source system is active.
  
  
  
  Re-establish Connection:
  
  Verify the connection settings for the source system in the BW system.
  Test the connection to ensure it is working properly.
  
  
  
  Review Authorizations:
  
  Ensure that the user has the necessary authorizations to access the source system.
  Check roles and profiles assigned to the user.
  
  
  
  Check for Technical Changes:
  
  If there have been recent upgrades or changes to the source system, ensure that the BW system is compatible with those changes.
  Update any necessary configurations in the BW system.
  
  
  
  Reconfigure Source System:
  
  If the source system has been removed or is no longer valid, you may need to reconfigure it or create a new source system in the BW system.
  
  
  
  Consult Logs:
  
  Check the system logs (transaction SM21) for any additional error messages or warnings that may provide more context about the issue.
  
  
  
  Contact Support:
  
  If the issue persists after trying the above solutions, consider reaching out to SAP support for further assistance.
  
  
  
  Related Information
  
  
  Transaction Codes:
  
  RSA1: Data Warehousing Workbench
  SM21: System Log
  RSCUSTV10: Customizing for DataSource
  
  
  
  Documentation: Refer to SAP Help Portal for detailed documentation on configuring source systems and troubleshooting connection issues.
  
  
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that may address specific issues related to the RSM202 error.
  
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to diagnose and resolve the RSM202 error in your SAP BW environment.