How To Fix RSTRAN032 - InfoObject &1 not a valid source characteristic for target InfoObject &2

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: RSTRAN - Messages for Transformation

• Message number: 032

• Message text: InfoObject &1 not a valid source characteristic for target InfoObject &2

What causes this issue?

The InfoObject &V1& is either not a characteristic from the source
object for transformation or it does not have attribute &V2&.

System Response

The source characteristic will not be copied.

How to fix this error?

Enter a valid source characteristic or select it using input help.

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 RSTRAN032 - InfoObject &1 not a valid source characteristic for target InfoObject &2 ?

  The SAP error message RSTRAN032 indicates that there is an issue with the mapping of InfoObjects in a data transfer process (DTP) or transformation. Specifically, it means that the source characteristic (InfoObject &1) is not a valid source for the target characteristic (InfoObject &2) in the context of the transformation or data transfer.
  Cause:
  
  Incompatible Data Types: The source and target InfoObjects may have incompatible data types or attributes. For example, if the source is a key figure and the target is a characteristic, this could lead to the error.
  Missing Mapping: The transformation may not have a proper mapping defined between the source and target InfoObjects.
  Hierarchy Issues: If the source InfoObject is part of a hierarchy and the target is not, or vice versa, this can cause the error.
  InfoObject Activation: The source InfoObject may not be activated or may not exist in the target system.
  Incorrect Transformation Logic: The transformation logic may be incorrectly defined, leading to an invalid mapping.
  
  Solution:
  
  Check Data Types: Verify that the data types of the source and target InfoObjects are compatible. If they are not, you may need to adjust the transformation or change the InfoObjects.
  Review Transformation: Open the transformation in the SAP BW system and check the mapping between the source and target InfoObjects. Ensure that the mapping is correctly defined.
  Activate InfoObjects: Ensure that both the source and target InfoObjects are activated in the system. If any InfoObject is inactive, activate it.
  Adjust Hierarchies: If hierarchies are involved, ensure that they are correctly defined and that the source and target InfoObjects are compatible in terms of hierarchy.
  Test Transformation: After making the necessary adjustments, test the transformation to ensure that the error is resolved.
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: You can use transaction codes like RSA1 (Data Warehousing Workbench) to check InfoObjects and transformations.
  Documentation: Refer to SAP documentation for detailed information on InfoObjects, transformations, and data transfer processes.
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that may address specific issues related to this error message.
  Debugging: If the issue persists, consider debugging the transformation to identify the exact point of failure.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the RSTRAN032 error and ensure that your data transfer processes function correctly.