How To Fix /SAPAPO/PDEM005 - InfoSource &1 not found in system or contains errors

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: /SAPAPO/PDEM -

• Message number: 005

• Message text: InfoSource &1 not found in system or contains errors

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message /SAPAPO/PDEM005 - InfoSource &1 not found in system or contains errors ?

  The SAP error message /SAPAPO/PDEM005 InfoSource &1 not found in system or contains errors typically occurs in the context of SAP Advanced Planning and Optimization (APO) when the system is unable to find a specified InfoSource or when the InfoSource has errors that prevent it from being used correctly.
  Cause:
  
  InfoSource Not Defined: The specified InfoSource does not exist in the system. This could be due to a typo in the InfoSource name or the InfoSource not being created.
  Errors in InfoSource: The InfoSource exists but has configuration errors or inconsistencies that prevent it from functioning properly.
  Authorization Issues: The user may not have the necessary authorizations to access the InfoSource.
  Transport Issues: If the InfoSource was recently transported from another system, there may have been issues during the transport process that led to its improper configuration.
  Data Model Issues: The InfoSource may not be correctly linked to the data model or may have missing components.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check InfoSource Existence:
  
  Go to the transaction code RSA1 (Data Warehousing Workbench) and check if the InfoSource exists in the system.
  Verify the name of the InfoSource for any typographical errors.
  
  
  
  Validate InfoSource Configuration:
  
  If the InfoSource exists, check its configuration for any errors. You can do this by navigating to the InfoSource in the Data Warehousing Workbench and reviewing its settings.
  Ensure that all required fields and settings are correctly configured.
  
  
  
  Check Authorizations:
  
  Ensure that the user has the necessary authorizations to access the InfoSource. This can be checked with the help of your SAP security team.
  
  
  
  Transport Check:
  
  If the InfoSource was recently transported, check the transport logs for any errors or warnings that may indicate issues during the transport process.
  
  
  
  Data Model Review:
  
  Review the data model to ensure that the InfoSource is correctly linked to the relevant data targets and that all necessary components are in place.
  
  
  
  Recreate InfoSource:
  
  If the InfoSource is corrupted or cannot be fixed, consider recreating it from scratch, ensuring that all configurations are correctly set.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: 
  
  RSA1: Data Warehousing Workbench
  RSD1: InfoObject Maintenance
  RSD5: InfoSource Maintenance
  
  
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that may address known issues with specific InfoSources or configurations.
  Documentation: Refer to SAP documentation for detailed guidance on configuring InfoSources and troubleshooting common issues.
  
  If the problem persists after following these steps, it may be beneficial to consult with your SAP Basis or APO support team for further assistance.