How To Fix RSTRAN_DB018 - Time transformation with 2 or more target fields is not supported


RSTRAN_DB018 - Overview

  • Message type: E = Error

  • Message class: RSTRAN_DB - message for RSTRAN_DB

  • Message number: 018

  • Message text: Time transformation with 2 or more target fields is not supported

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RSTRAN_DB018 - Details

  • The SAP error message RSTRAN_DB018 indicates that there is an issue with a time transformation in your data extraction or transformation process. Specifically, it occurs when you attempt to perform a time transformation that involves two or more target fields, which is not supported by the system.
    
    Cause: The primary cause of this error is that the transformation logic you are trying to implement is attempting to map multiple target fields from a single source field in a way that is not allowed. In SAP BW (Business Warehouse), time transformations typically require a one-to-one mapping between source and target fields. When you try to map a single source field to multiple target fields, the system raises this error.
    Solution: To resolve the RSTRAN_DB018 error, you can take the following steps: Review the Transformation Logic: Check the transformation rules defined in the DataSource or InfoObject. Ensure that each source field is mapped to a single target field. If

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