How To Fix RSM818 - Source system &1 does not exist; InfoPackage &2 deleted

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: RSM -

• Message number: 818

• Message text: Source system &1 does not exist; InfoPackage &2 deleted

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message RSM818 - Source system &1 does not exist; InfoPackage &2 deleted ?

  The SAP error message RSM818 indicates that there is an issue with a source system that is referenced in an InfoPackage. Specifically, the error states that the source system does not exist, which leads to the deletion of the InfoPackage. Here’s a breakdown of the cause, potential solutions, and related information for this error:
  Cause:
  
  Non-Existent Source System: The source system referenced in the InfoPackage has either been deleted or is not properly configured in the SAP system.
  Incorrect Configuration: The source system may not be correctly set up in the SAP BW (Business Warehouse) system, leading to the inability to access it.
  Transport Issues: If the source system was transported from another environment (like Development to Production), it may not have been properly configured in the target environment.
  Network Issues: There could be connectivity issues between the SAP BW system and the source system, causing it to be unreachable.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check Source System Configuration:
  
  Go to the SAP BW system and check the configuration of the source system in transaction RSA1 (Data Warehousing Workbench).
  Ensure that the source system is listed and properly configured.
  
  
  
  Recreate or Reactivate Source System:
  
  If the source system is missing, you may need to recreate it. This can be done in the same transaction (RSA1) by creating a new source system and ensuring it matches the original configuration.
  If the source system exists but is inactive, reactivate it.
  
  
  
  Review InfoPackage Settings:
  
  Check the InfoPackage settings to ensure that it is pointing to the correct source system.
  If necessary, create a new InfoPackage that references the correct source system.
  
  
  
  Check Transport Requests:
  
  If the issue arose after a transport, verify that the transport request included all necessary objects and configurations for the source system.
  
  
  
  Network and Connectivity Checks:
  
  Ensure that there are no network issues preventing the SAP BW system from connecting to the source system.
  Check firewall settings, network configurations, and any other potential connectivity issues.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  
  Transaction Codes:
  
  RSA1: Data Warehousing Workbench
  RSC1: InfoPackage Maintenance
  RSPC: Process Chain Maintenance (if the InfoPackage is part of a process chain)
  
  
  
  Documentation: Refer to SAP Help documentation for detailed steps on configuring source systems and InfoPackages.
  
  
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that may address specific issues related to this error message.
  
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the RSM818 error and restore functionality to your InfoPackage and source system configuration.