How To Fix RSM1329 - Source type '&' not defined (FB RSSM_FILL_SHIP)

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

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

• Message number: 329

• Message text: Source type '&' not defined (FB RSSM_FILL_SHIP)

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message RSM1329 - Source type '&' not defined (FB RSSM_FILL_SHIP) ?

  The SAP error message RSM1329, which states "Source type '&' not defined (FB RSSM_FILL_SHIP)," typically occurs in the context of SAP BW (Business Warehouse) or SAP BI (Business Intelligence) when there is an issue with the data source configuration. This error indicates that the system is trying to access a source type that has not been defined or is not recognized.
  Cause:
  
  Undefined Source Type: The source type specified in the data flow or data extraction process is not defined in the system.
  Configuration Issues: There may be a misconfiguration in the data source settings or the data flow.
  Transport Issues: If the configuration was transported from another system, it might not have been transported correctly, leading to missing definitions.
  Versioning Issues: The source type may have been changed or deprecated in a newer version of SAP.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check Source Type Definition:
  
  Go to the relevant transaction (e.g., RSA1 for Data Warehousing Workbench) and check if the source type is defined.
  If it is missing, you may need to create or define it.
  
  
  
  Review Data Source Configuration:
  
  Ensure that the data source is correctly configured and that all necessary settings are in place.
  Check the settings in the InfoSource or DataSource to ensure they are pointing to the correct source type.
  
  
  
  Transport Requests:
  
  If the issue arose after a transport, check the transport logs to ensure that all necessary objects were transported correctly.
  If something is missing, you may need to re-transport the relevant objects.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Review SAP documentation or notes related to the specific source type to ensure that you are using it correctly.
  
  
  
  Check for Updates:
  
  Ensure that your SAP system is up to date with the latest patches and updates, as this may resolve compatibility issues.
  
  
  
  Contact SAP Support:
  
  If the issue persists after checking the above points, consider reaching out to SAP support for further assistance.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: RSA1 (Data Warehousing Workbench), RSO2 (DataSource Maintenance), RSMO (Monitor Data Load).
  SAP Notes: Search for relevant SAP Notes in the SAP Support Portal that may address this specific error or provide additional troubleshooting steps.
  Documentation: Review the SAP Help Portal for information on configuring data sources and troubleshooting common errors in SAP BW/BI.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify and resolve the issue related to the RSM1329 error message.