How To Fix RSM2161 - Cannot determine the type of DTA &1. Cancellation in FM &2 Line &3.

RSM2161 - Overview

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: RSM2 - Monitor assistant help texts

• Message number: 161

• Message text: Cannot determine the type of DTA &1. Cancellation in FM &2 Line &3.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message RSM2161 - Cannot determine the type of DTA &1. Cancellation in FM &2 Line &3. ?

  The SAP error message RSM2161, which states "Cannot determine the type of DTA &1. Cancellation in FM &2 Line &3," typically occurs in the context of data transfer processes, particularly when dealing with Data Transfer Workbench (DTW) or similar data import/export functionalities in SAP.
  
  Cause:
  
  Invalid Data Type: The error usually indicates that the system is unable to determine the data type of the specified DTA (Data Transfer Object). This can happen if the data being processed does not conform to the expected format or structure.
  
  Configuration Issues: There may be issues with the configuration of the data transfer settings or the mapping of fields.
  Missing or Incorrect Metadata: The metadata required to interpret the data might be missing or incorrectly defined.
  Data Integrity Issues: The data being imported may contain inconsistencies or errors that prevent the system from processing it correctly.
  
  
  Solution:
  
  Check Data Format: Ensure that the data being transferred is in the correct format