How To Fix RSMD_RS_GEN012 - Domain name is mandatory.

RSMD_RS_GEN012 - Overview

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: RSMD_RS_GEN - For generic value help

• Message number: 012

• Message text: Domain name is mandatory.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message RSMD_RS_GEN012 - Domain name is mandatory. ?

  The SAP error message RSMD_RS_GEN012: Domain name is mandatory typically occurs in the context of SAP BW (Business Warehouse) when you are trying to create or modify a DataSource or InfoProvider, and the system requires a domain name to be specified but it is missing.
  
  Cause:
  The error is triggered when:
  
  You are attempting to create or modify a DataSource or InfoProvider without specifying a domain name.
  The domain name is a required field in the configuration, and the system cannot proceed without it.
  
  
  Solution:
  To resolve this error, you should ensure that you provide a valid domain name in the relevant configuration settings. Here are the steps you can follow:
  
  
  Check the Configuration:
  
  Go to the transaction where you are encountering the error (e.g., RSA1 for Data Warehousing Workbench).
  Navigate to the DataSource or InfoProvider you are trying to create or modify.
  
  
  
  Specify the Domain Name:
  
  Look for the field labeled "Domain Name" or similar in the configuration screen.
  Enter a