How To Fix /SAPDMC/LSMW_OBJ_060002 - Define source structures first

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: /SAPDMC/LSMW_OBJ_060 -

• Message number: 002

• Message text: Define source structures first

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message /SAPDMC/LSMW_OBJ_060002 - Define source structures first ?

  The SAP error message /SAPDMC/LSMW_OBJ_060002 Define source structures first typically occurs in the context of using the Legacy System Migration Workbench (LSMW) in SAP. This error indicates that the source structures have not been defined before attempting to perform an operation that requires them.
  Cause:
  The error is caused by the absence of defined source structures in the LSMW project. Source structures are essential as they define the format and structure of the data that you are trying to migrate into SAP. Without these definitions, the system cannot proceed with the data migration process.
  Solution:
  To resolve this error, you need to define the source structures in your LSMW project. Here are the steps to do this:
  
  
  Access LSMW: Go to transaction code LSMW in your SAP system.
  
  
  Select Your Project: Choose the project, subproject, and object where you are encountering the error.
  
  
  Define Source Structures:
  
  Navigate to the "Maintain Source Structures" option.
  Click on "Create" to define a new source structure.
  Enter the name and description for the source structure.
  Save your changes.
  
  
  
  Map Source Structures: After defining the source structures, you may also need to map them to the target structures in your LSMW project.
  
  
  Continue with the Process: Once the source structures are defined, you can continue with the data migration process.
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Documentation: Refer to the SAP Help Portal or the LSMW documentation for detailed guidance on defining source structures and other related tasks.
  Data Formats: Ensure that the data you are migrating matches the defined source structures in terms of format and data types.
  Testing: After defining the source structures, it is advisable to test the migration process with a small dataset to ensure everything is functioning correctly before proceeding with larger data sets.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the error and successfully define the necessary source structures for your LSMW project.