How To Fix RSM1287 - DataSource &1 generated for DSO &2 has no transfer structure

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

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

• Message number: 287

• Message text: DataSource &1 generated for DSO &2 has no transfer structure

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message RSM1287 - DataSource &1 generated for DSO &2 has no transfer structure ?

  The SAP error message RSM1287 indicates that a DataSource (DS) has been generated for a DataStore Object (DSO), but it lacks a transfer structure. This can occur in the context of SAP BW (Business Warehouse) when the DataSource is not properly configured or when there are issues with the underlying data model.
  Cause:
  
  Missing Transfer Structure: The DataSource is expected to have a transfer structure that defines how data is transferred from the source system to the DSO. If this structure is missing, the error will occur.
  Incorrect Configuration: The DataSource may not have been configured correctly, or the transfer structure may not have been generated during the DataSource creation process.
  Changes in the Source System: If there have been changes in the source system (like changes in the underlying tables or fields), it may lead to inconsistencies in the DataSource.
  Transport Issues: If the DataSource was transported from one system to another, it might not have been transported correctly, leading to missing components.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check Transfer Structure: Go to the DataSource in the SAP BW system and check if a transfer structure exists. If it does not, you may need to create one.
  
  Navigate to the DataSource in the Data Warehousing Workbench (transaction RSA1).
  Check the settings and ensure that the transfer structure is defined.
  
  
  
  Recreate DataSource: If the transfer structure is missing, you may need to delete the DataSource and recreate it. Ensure that you follow the correct steps to generate the transfer structure during the creation process.
  
  Use transaction RSA1 to delete the DataSource.
  Recreate it and ensure that the transfer structure is generated.
  
  
  
  Check Source System: Verify that the source system is correctly configured and that the underlying data model has not changed in a way that would affect the DataSource.
  
  
  Transport Check: If the DataSource was transported, check the transport logs to ensure that all components were transported correctly. You may need to re-transport the DataSource or its components.
  
  
  Consult Documentation: Refer to SAP documentation or notes related to the specific version of SAP BW you are using for any known issues or additional troubleshooting steps.
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: 
  
  RSA1: Data Warehousing Workbench
  RSO2: Maintain DataSource
  
  
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that may address this specific error or provide additional guidance.
  DataSource Configuration: Familiarize yourself with the process of creating and configuring DataSources in SAP BW, including the importance of transfer structures.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the RSM1287 error and ensure that your DataSource is properly configured for data transfer to the DSO.