How To Fix RSSDK025 - The InfoSource must be saved before you can continue

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: RSSDK -

• Message number: 025

• Message text: The InfoSource must be saved before you can continue

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message RSSDK025 - The InfoSource must be saved before you can continue ?

  The SAP error message RSSDK025, which states "The InfoSource must be saved before you can continue," typically occurs in the context of SAP BW (Business Warehouse) when you are trying to perform an action on an InfoSource that has not yet been saved. An InfoSource is a data structure that allows you to extract data from various sources and load it into the SAP BW system.
  Cause:
  The error is triggered when you attempt to execute a function (like activating, transporting, or using the InfoSource) without first saving the changes made to the InfoSource. This can happen if:
  
  You have made modifications to the InfoSource but have not saved those changes.
  You are trying to navigate away from the InfoSource maintenance screen without saving.
  
  Solution:
  To resolve this error, follow these steps:
  
  
  Save the InfoSource:
  
  Go to the InfoSource maintenance screen where you made your changes.
  Click on the "Save" button (usually represented by a disk icon) or use the keyboard shortcut (often Ctrl + S).
  Ensure that you receive a confirmation message indicating that the InfoSource has been saved successfully.
  
  
  
  Re-attempt the Action:
  
  After saving, try to perform the action that triggered the error again (e.g., activating the InfoSource, transporting it, etc.).
  
  
  
  Check for Additional Errors:
  
  If you continue to encounter issues, check for any other error messages or warnings that may indicate further problems with the InfoSource.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  InfoSource: An InfoSource is a key component in SAP BW that defines how data is extracted from source systems. It can include various fields and characteristics that determine the structure of the data.
  SAP BW: SAP Business Warehouse is a data warehousing solution that allows organizations to consolidate and analyze data from various sources.
  Transporting Objects: If you are working in a development environment and need to transport the InfoSource to a production environment, ensure that all changes are saved and activated before initiating the transport.
  
  If you continue to experience issues or if the error persists after saving, consider consulting your SAP Basis or BW administrator for further assistance, as there may be underlying configuration issues or system settings that need to be addressed.