How To Fix RSSM_TT051 - DataSource &1 is old (3.X); Migrate the DS first.

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: RSSM_TT - Transfer Tool

• Message number: 051

• Message text: DataSource &1 is old (3.X); Migrate the DS first.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message RSSM_TT051 - DataSource &1 is old (3.X); Migrate the DS first. ?

  The SAP error message RSSM_TT051 indicates that the DataSource you are trying to use is an older version (3.X) and needs to be migrated to a newer version before it can be utilized in your current environment. This typically occurs in the context of SAP BW (Business Warehouse) or SAP BI (Business Intelligence) systems where DataSources are used to extract data from various sources.
  Cause:
  
  Old DataSource Version: The DataSource is still in the 3.X format, which is outdated and not compatible with newer versions of SAP BW/BI.
  System Upgrade: If your SAP system has been upgraded, older DataSources may not function correctly without migration.
  Incompatibility: Newer features and functionalities in SAP BW/BI may not support the older DataSource formats.
  
  Solution:
  To resolve this error, you need to migrate the DataSource from the old 3.X format to the new format. Here are the steps to do this:
  
  Access the DataSource: Go to the DataSource in the SAP BW/BI system.
  Use the Migration Tool: 
  
  Navigate to the transaction code RSA1 to access the Data Warehousing Workbench.
  Go to the "DataSources" section.
  Find the DataSource that is causing the error.
  Right-click on the DataSource and select the option to "Migrate DataSource" or "Convert DataSource".
  
  
  Follow the Migration Wizard: The system will guide you through the migration process. Follow the prompts to complete the migration.
  Check for Errors: After migration, check for any errors or warnings that may need to be addressed.
  Activate the DataSource: Once the migration is complete, activate the DataSource to make it available for use.
  
  Related Information:
  
  Documentation: Refer to SAP Help documentation for detailed steps on migrating DataSources and understanding the differences between 3.X and newer formats.
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as RSA1 (Data Warehousing Workbench), RSC1 (DataSource Maintenance), and RSC2 (DataSource Change).
  Testing: After migration, perform tests to ensure that the DataSource is functioning correctly and that data extraction works as expected.
  Backup: It is advisable to back up your DataSource configurations before performing migration, in case you need to revert to the old version.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the RSSM_TT051 error and successfully migrate your DataSource to the new format.