How To Fix RSTRAN857 - No active 3.x InfoPackages with full update exist

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: RSTRAN - Messages for Transformation

• Message number: 857

• Message text: No active 3.x InfoPackages with full update exist

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message RSTRAN857 - No active 3.x InfoPackages with full update exist ?

  The SAP error message RSTRAN857 indicates that there are no active 3.x InfoPackages with a full update available for the data transfer process you are trying to execute. This error typically occurs in the context of data extraction and loading in SAP BW (Business Warehouse) when working with older 3.x data sources.
  Cause:
  
  No Active InfoPackages: The primary cause of this error is that there are no InfoPackages defined for the data source that are currently active and configured for a full update.
  InfoPackage Status: The InfoPackages may be inactive, deleted, or not properly configured to perform a full update.
  Data Source Configuration: The data source may not be set up correctly, or the InfoPackage may not be linked to the correct data source.
  Data Transfer Process (DTP): If you are using a DTP, it may not be configured to use the appropriate InfoPackage.
  
  Solution:
  To resolve the RSTRAN857 error, you can follow these steps:
  
  
  Check InfoPackages:
  
  Go to the SAP BW system and navigate to the InfoPackage maintenance transaction (RSA1 -> Modeling -> InfoProvider -> Select your InfoProvider -> Right-click -> Manage InfoPackages).
  Ensure that there is at least one active InfoPackage for the relevant data source that is configured for a full update.
  
  
  
  Create or Activate InfoPackage:
  
  If no InfoPackage exists, create a new one by selecting the data source and choosing to create an InfoPackage.
  If an InfoPackage exists but is inactive, activate it.
  
  
  
  Check Data Source:
  
  Ensure that the data source is correctly configured and that it is compatible with the InfoPackage you are trying to use.
  
  
  
  Review DTP Settings:
  
  If you are using a DTP, check its settings to ensure it is correctly linked to the InfoPackage and that it is set to perform a full update.
  
  
  
  Check for Errors:
  
  Review any logs or error messages related to the InfoPackage or DTP to identify any additional issues that may need to be addressed.
  
  
  
  Test the InfoPackage:
  
  After making changes, test the InfoPackage to ensure it runs successfully and that data can be extracted as expected.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that may provide additional guidance or fixes related to this error.
  Documentation: Refer to SAP BW documentation for detailed information on InfoPackages, data sources, and DTPs.
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as RSA1 (Data Warehousing Workbench), RSPC (Process Chain), and others that may help in managing InfoPackages and data sources.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the RSTRAN857 error and successfully execute your data transfer process.