How To Fix RSMPC185 - First select the template InfoPackage

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

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

• Message number: 185

• Message text: First select the template InfoPackage

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message RSMPC185 - First select the template InfoPackage ?

  The SAP error message RSMPC185, which states "First select the template InfoPackage," typically occurs in the context of data extraction and loading processes in SAP BW (Business Warehouse). This error indicates that the system expects you to select a template InfoPackage before proceeding with the operation you are attempting.
  Cause:
  
  Missing Template Selection: The error arises when you try to execute a process (like a data load or a data transfer) without first selecting a template InfoPackage. The template InfoPackage serves as a predefined configuration for the data extraction process.
  Incorrect Navigation: You may be in a part of the SAP BW interface where the system requires a template InfoPackage to be selected, but you have not done so.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Select a Template InfoPackage:
  
  Navigate to the area where you are trying to execute the operation (e.g., Data Transfer Process, InfoPackage).
  Look for an option to select or create a template InfoPackage.
  Choose the appropriate template InfoPackage that corresponds to the data source you are working with.
  
  
  
  Check Configuration:
  
  Ensure that the InfoPackage you are trying to use is correctly configured and active.
  Verify that the InfoPackage is linked to the correct data source and that all necessary settings (like data selection, extraction method, etc.) are properly defined.
  
  
  
  Review Documentation:
  
  If you are unsure about which template InfoPackage to select, refer to your organization's documentation or consult with a BW administrator or consultant who can guide you on the correct template to use.
  
  
  
  Testing:
  
  After selecting the template InfoPackage, try to execute the operation again to see if the error persists.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  InfoPackage: In SAP BW, an InfoPackage is used to define how data is extracted from a source system. It includes settings for data selection, scheduling, and data transfer.
  Data Transfer Process (DTP): This is a process in SAP BW that defines how data is transferred from one object to another (e.g., from an InfoSource to a DataTarget).
  SAP BW Documentation: For more detailed information on InfoPackages and data extraction processes, refer to the official SAP Help Portal or your organization's SAP BW documentation.
  
  If the error continues after following these steps, it may be beneficial to check for any additional error messages or logs that could provide more context on the issue.