How To Fix RSM788 - Explanation of the icons in the source system tree, see long text !

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: RSM -

• Message number: 788

• Message text: Explanation of the icons in the source system tree, see long text !

Explanation of the source system tree:
The source systems are under the root:
@6K@ SAP source system.
@6L@ BAPI source system.
@6M@ External system (PC file on the workstation or file on the
application server).
The application components are under the source systems.
@6F@ Application component.
The InfoSources and InfoObjects are arranged under an application
component. Data can be loaded for these from the source systems in
question.
@6E@ InfoSource for transaction data.
Only InfoSources with an active communication structure and active
transfer rules appear in this tree.
@81@ Active characteristic (InfoObject) for which master data,
texts and hierarchies can be collected.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message RSM788 - Explanation of the icons in the source system tree, see long text ! ?

  The SAP error message RSM788 typically relates to issues encountered in the context of the SAP BW (Business Warehouse) system, particularly when dealing with the source system tree in the Data Warehousing Workbench. This message often indicates that there is a problem with the source system configuration or connectivity.
  Cause:
  
  Source System Configuration: The source system may not be properly configured or may be missing necessary settings.
  Connectivity Issues: There could be network issues or problems with the connection to the source system.
  Authorization Issues: The user may not have the necessary authorizations to access the source system.
  Technical Issues: There may be technical problems with the source system itself, such as it being down or not responding.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check Source System Configuration: 
  
  Verify that the source system is correctly configured in the SAP BW system. This includes checking the RFC connections and ensuring that all necessary parameters are set correctly.
  
  
  
  Test Connectivity: 
  
  Use transaction SM59 to test the RFC connection to the source system. Ensure that the connection is successful and that there are no network issues.
  
  
  
  Review Authorizations: 
  
  Ensure that the user has the necessary authorizations to access the source system. This may involve checking roles and profiles assigned to the user.
  
  
  
  Check Source System Status: 
  
  Ensure that the source system is up and running. If it is down, you may need to contact the system administrator for that source system.
  
  
  
  Review Logs: 
  
  Check the system logs for any additional error messages or warnings that may provide more context about the issue.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation: 
  
  Refer to SAP documentation or notes related to the specific source system you are working with for any known issues or additional troubleshooting steps.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that may address specific issues related to the source system or the RSM788 error message.
  SAP Community: Engage with the SAP Community forums to see if other users have encountered similar issues and what solutions they have found.
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as RSA1 (Data Warehousing Workbench) and RSC1 (InfoSource) for managing and troubleshooting data sources.
  
  If the problem persists after following these steps, it may be beneficial to escalate the issue to your SAP Basis team or SAP support for further assistance.