How To Fix RSOBI_MF314 - Could not read type of DataSource &1; see long text

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: RSOBI_MF - Messages for SOBI Model Factory

• Message number: 314

• Message text: Could not read type of DataSource &1; see long text

What causes this issue?

An unsuccessful attempt was made to read the type of the DataSource
named&V1&.

System Response

The data flow generation cannot be executed.

How to fix this error?

Check if the DataSource&V1& is active in the system. Activate the
DataSource again, if necessary.

Procedure for System Administrators

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

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message RSOBI_MF314 - Could not read type of DataSource &1; see long text ?

  The SAP error message RSOBI_MF314 indicates that the system could not read the type of a DataSource specified by the placeholder &1. This error typically occurs in the context of SAP BW (Business Warehouse) or SAP BI (Business Intelligence) when there is an issue with the DataSource configuration or its metadata.
  Causes:
  
  DataSource Not Activated: The DataSource may not be activated in the system. If it is not activated, the system cannot read its metadata.
  Missing or Incorrect Metadata: The metadata for the DataSource might be missing or incorrectly defined, leading to the inability to determine its type.
  Transport Issues: If the DataSource was transported from another system, there may have been issues during the transport process that resulted in missing or incomplete metadata.
  Authorization Issues: The user may not have the necessary authorizations to access the DataSource or its metadata.
  Technical Issues: There could be underlying technical issues with the BW system or the database that prevent the DataSource from being read correctly.
  
  Solutions:
  
  Activate the DataSource: Go to the DataSource in the Data Warehousing Workbench (transaction code RSA1) and ensure that it is activated. If it is not, activate it.
  Check Metadata: Verify the metadata of the DataSource. Ensure that all required fields and settings are correctly defined.
  Transport Check: If the DataSource was recently transported, check the transport logs for any errors. You may need to re-transport the DataSource or manually correct any issues.
  Authorization Check: Ensure that the user has the necessary authorizations to access the DataSource. You can check this in transaction SU53 or by consulting with your security team.
  System Check: Check for any system or database issues that might be affecting the ability to read the DataSource. This may involve checking system logs or consulting with your Basis team.
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: 
  
  RSA1: Data Warehousing Workbench
  RSO2: Maintain DataSource
  RSO1: Create DataSource
  
  
  SAP Notes: Search for relevant SAP Notes in the SAP Support Portal that may address specific issues related to this error message.
  Documentation: Review SAP documentation related to DataSources and BW configuration for best practices and troubleshooting steps.
  
  If the issue persists after trying the above solutions, it may be beneficial to consult with SAP support or your internal SAP BW team for further assistance.