How To Fix RSWADBACKEND017 - Maintain entry 'Name of System' in RSPOR_T_PORTAL

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: RSWADBACKEND - Message for Backend Web-Designtime Operation

• Message number: 017

• Message text: Maintain entry 'Name of System' in RSPOR_T_PORTAL

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message RSWADBACKEND017 - Maintain entry 'Name of System' in RSPOR_T_PORTAL ?

  The SAP error message RSWADBACKEND017 indicates that there is a missing entry for a system in the table RSPOR_T_PORTAL. This table is used to maintain the connection between the SAP system and the SAP Business Warehouse (BW) or other systems that are part of the SAP landscape.
  Cause:
  The error typically occurs when:
  
  The system name you are trying to use is not defined in the RSPOR_T_PORTAL table.
  There may be a misconfiguration in the system settings or the connection parameters.
  The system might have been deleted or not properly set up in the SAP BW system.
  
  Solution:
  To resolve this error, you need to maintain the entry in the RSPOR_T_PORTAL table. Here are the steps to do that:
  
  
  Access the Table:
  
  Go to transaction code SE16 or SE16N in the SAP GUI.
  Enter the table name RSPOR_T_PORTAL and execute.
  
  
  
  Check Existing Entries:
  
  Look for the entry corresponding to the system name that is causing the error. If it does not exist, you will need to create a new entry.
  
  
  
  Create or Maintain Entry:
  
  If the entry is missing, you can create a new one by going to transaction code SE11 (Data Dictionary).
  Select the option to maintain the table.
  Add a new entry with the required details, including the system name and any other necessary parameters.
  
  
  
  Save Changes:
  
  After entering the required information, save your changes.
  
  
  
  Test the Connection:
  
  After maintaining the entry, test the connection or the process that was causing the error to ensure that the issue is resolved.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Authorization: Ensure that you have the necessary authorizations to make changes to the table.
  Documentation: Refer to SAP documentation or notes related to RSPOR_T_PORTAL for more detailed information on the required fields and their meanings.
  Transport Requests: If you are working in a development environment, remember to transport your changes to the production environment if necessary.
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that might provide additional insights or solutions related to this error.
  
  If the problem persists after following these steps, consider reaching out to your SAP Basis team or consulting SAP support for further assistance.