How To Fix RSO877 - Could not determine the BW client

RSO877 - Overview

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: RSO - BW Repository

• Message number: 877

• Message text: Could not determine the BW client

What causes this issue?

No BW client is configured in the system.

System Response

BI Content is not automatically activated since BW is not used actively
in the system.

How to fix this error?

The system issues an error message and will not allow you to continue with this transaction until the error is resolved.

Procedure for System Administrators

Error message extract from SAP system. Copyright SAP SE.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message RSO877 - Could not determine the BW client ?

  The SAP error message RSO877, which states "Could not determine the BW client," typically occurs in the context of SAP Business Warehouse (BW) when there is an issue with the system's ability to identify the correct client for data extraction or reporting. This error can arise due to various reasons, and here are some common causes, potential solutions, and related information:
  Causes:
  
  Incorrect Client Configuration: The BW client may not be properly configured in the system settings.
  Missing or Incorrect Authorization: The user may not have the necessary authorizations to access the BW client.
  System Connection Issues: There may be connectivity issues between the source system and the BW system.
  Transport Layer Issues: If the BW system is part of a transport layer, there may be inconsistencies or issues with the transport configuration.
  DataSource Configuration: The DataSource may not be correctly set up or activated in the BW system.
  
  Solutions:
  
  
  Check Client Configuration:
  
  Verify that the BW client is