How To Fix /SCWM/BWEX001 - DataSource &1 is invalid

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: /SCWM/BWEX -

• Message number: 001

• Message text: DataSource &1 is invalid

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message /SCWM/BWEX001 - DataSource &1 is invalid ?

  The SAP error message /SCWM/BWEX001 DataSource &1 is invalid typically occurs in the context of SAP Extended Warehouse Management (EWM) when there is an issue with a DataSource that is being used for data extraction or reporting purposes. Here’s a breakdown of the potential causes, solutions, and related information for this error:
  Causes:
  
  DataSource Not Activated: The DataSource may not be activated in the SAP system.
  Incorrect DataSource Name: The DataSource name specified may be incorrect or misspelled.
  DataSource Deletion: The DataSource might have been deleted or is no longer available in the system.
  Transport Issues: If the DataSource was transported from another system, there may have been issues during the transport process.
  Authorization Issues: The user may not have the necessary authorizations to access the DataSource.
  
  Solutions:
  
  
  Check DataSource Activation:
  
  Go to the DataSource maintenance transaction (e.g., RSA1) and check if the DataSource is activated. If not, activate it.
  
  
  
  Verify DataSource Name:
  
  Double-check the DataSource name being used in the report or extraction process to ensure it is correct.
  
  
  
  Recreate or Restore DataSource:
  
  If the DataSource has been deleted, you may need to recreate it or restore it from a backup if available.
  
  
  
  Check Transport Logs:
  
  If the DataSource was recently transported, check the transport logs for any errors or issues that may have occurred during the transport.
  
  
  
  Review Authorizations:
  
  Ensure that the user has the necessary authorizations to access the DataSource. This can be checked in transaction SU53 or by consulting with your security team.
  
  
  
  Consult SAP Notes:
  
  Look for any relevant SAP Notes that may address this specific error or provide additional troubleshooting steps.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: 
  
  RSA1: Data Warehousing Workbench
  SE11: Data Dictionary (to check the structure of the DataSource)
  SU53: Authorization Check
  
  
  SAP Documentation: Refer to the official SAP Help Portal for detailed documentation on DataSources in EWM and BW.
  Community Forums: Check SAP Community or other forums for similar issues and solutions shared by other users.
  
  If the issue persists after trying the above solutions, it may be beneficial to engage with SAP support for further assistance.