How To Fix RSMPC183 - Fld name & in DataSource &, src sys. & does not exist/cannot be selected

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: RSMPC - Messages for Process Chains of Generic Processes

• Message number: 183

• Message text: Fld name & in DataSource &, src sys. & does not exist/cannot be selected

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message RSMPC183 - Fld name & in DataSource &, src sys. & does not exist/cannot be selected ?

  The SAP error message RSMPC183 indicates that a field name specified in a DataSource does not exist or cannot be selected in the source system. This error typically occurs during the extraction process when trying to load data from a source system into SAP BW (Business Warehouse).
  Causes:
  
  Field Name Mismatch: The field name specified in the DataSource does not match any field in the source system. This could be due to a typo or an outdated DataSource definition.
  DataSource Configuration: The DataSource may not be properly configured or activated in the source system.
  Source System Changes: Changes in the source system (like field deletions, renaming, or changes in the underlying database structure) can lead to this error.
  Transport Issues: If the DataSource was transported from one system to another, it may not have been properly configured in the target system.
  Authorization Issues: The user may not have the necessary authorizations to access the specified field in the source system.
  
  Solutions:
  
  Verify Field Names: Check the DataSource definition in SAP BW and ensure that the field names match those in the source system. You can do this by comparing the DataSource structure with the actual structure in the source system.
  Check DataSource Activation: Ensure that the DataSource is activated in the source system. You can do this by going to the DataSource transaction (e.g., RSA5) and checking the status.
  Update DataSource: If the source system has changed, you may need to update the DataSource in SAP BW. This can involve re-importing the DataSource or modifying it to reflect the current structure of the source system.
  Check Transport Requests: If the DataSource was transported, ensure that all related objects and configurations were also transported correctly.
  Review Authorizations: Ensure that the user executing the extraction has the necessary authorizations to access the fields in the source system.
  Consult Documentation: Review any relevant documentation or notes from SAP regarding the specific DataSource and its fields.
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Use transaction codes like RSA1 (Data Warehousing Workbench), RSA5 (Maintain DataSources), and RSA6 (Display DataSources) to manage and troubleshoot DataSources.
  SAP Notes: Check SAP Notes for any known issues or patches related to the specific DataSource or error message.
  Logs and Traces: Review logs and traces in the source system and SAP BW for more detailed error messages that can provide additional context.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the cause of the error and implement a solution to resolve it.