How To Fix RSM1161 - Cannot fill data target &1 with data from DataStore &2

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: RSM1 - Messages for AWB, Scheduler and Monitor (new)

• Message number: 161

• Message text: Cannot fill data target &1 with data from DataStore &2

What causes this issue?

Either data target &V1& already contains data from DataStore object &V2&
, or there are no active update rules between DataStore object &V2& and
data target &V1&.

System Response

The system issues an error message and will not allow you to continue with this transaction until the error is resolved.

How to fix this error?

Procedure for System Administrators

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message RSM1161 - Cannot fill data target &1 with data from DataStore &2 ?

  The SAP error message RSM1161, which states "Cannot fill data target &1 with data from DataStore &2," typically occurs during the data loading process in SAP BW (Business Warehouse) when there is an issue with transferring data from a DataStore Object (DSO) to a data target (like an InfoCube or another DSO).
  Causes:
  
  Data Inconsistency: The data in the source DSO may not match the structure or requirements of the target data structure.
  Data Target Locking: The target data object might be locked due to another process or request that is currently running.
  Transformation Errors: There may be issues in the transformation rules that are defined between the source DSO and the target.
  Data Type Mismatch: The data types of the fields in the source DSO may not be compatible with those in the target.
  Missing Data: Required fields in the target may not be populated with data from the source.
  Request Status: The request being processed may be in an incorrect status (e.g., not in a "green" status).
  
  Solutions:
  
  Check Data Consistency: Verify that the data in the source DSO is consistent and matches the structure of the target. You can do this by checking the data in both the source and target objects.
  Unlock the Target: If the target data object is locked, wait for the other process to complete or manually unlock it if necessary.
  Review Transformations: Check the transformation rules between the source DSO and the target. Ensure that all mappings are correct and that there are no errors in the transformation logic.
  Data Type Verification: Ensure that the data types of the fields in the source DSO match those in the target. If there are discrepancies, you may need to adjust the data types or perform necessary conversions.
  Populate Required Fields: Make sure that all required fields in the target are being populated correctly from the source DSO.
  Check Request Status: Ensure that the request being processed is in the correct status. If it is not, you may need to reprocess or delete the request and start over.
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: You can use transaction codes like RSA1 (Data Warehousing Workbench) to monitor and manage your data flows and transformations.
  Error Logs: Check the error logs in the process chain or the data load monitor (transaction RSMO) for more detailed information about the error.
  SAP Notes: Look for relevant SAP Notes that may address specific issues related to this error message. SAP Notes can provide patches or additional troubleshooting steps.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the root cause of the RSM1161 error and implement the necessary solutions to resolve it.