How To Fix SDDL_PARSER_MSG349 - DD08B-ON_SOURCE entry invalid; "&1"."&2" - index "&3" incorrect ("&4")

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: SDDL_PARSER_MSG - Message Class for DDL Parser

• Message number: 349

• Message text: DD08B-ON_SOURCE entry invalid; "&1"."&2" - index "&3" incorrect ("&4")

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message SDDL_PARSER_MSG349 - DD08B-ON_SOURCE entry invalid; "&1"."&2" - index "&3" incorrect ("&4") ?

  The SAP error message SDDL_PARSER_MSG349 indicates that there is an issue with the data dictionary table DD08B, specifically related to an invalid entry in the source definition. This error typically arises when there is a mismatch or inconsistency in the data model, particularly when dealing with data sources in SAP BW (Business Warehouse) or when working with data extraction.
  Cause:
  The error message DD08B-ON_SOURCE entry invalid; "&1"."&2" - index "&3" incorrect ("&4") suggests that:
  
  There is an invalid entry in the data source definition.
  The index specified in the data source does not match the expected structure or is not correctly defined.
  The data source may be referencing a field or structure that does not exist or has been changed.
  
  Solution:
  To resolve this error, you can follow these steps:
  
  
  Check Data Source Definition:
  
  Go to the Data Source in the SAP BW system and verify the structure and fields defined in it.
  Ensure that all fields referenced in the data source exist in the underlying table or structure.
  
  
  
  Validate Index:
  
  Check the index specified in the error message. Ensure that it corresponds to the correct field in the data source.
  If the index is incorrect, you may need to adjust the data source definition to match the correct index.
  
  
  
  Re-activate Data Source:
  
  Sometimes, simply reactivating the data source can resolve inconsistencies. Go to the Data Source in the Data Warehousing Workbench and reactivate it.
  
  
  
  Check for Changes in Underlying Tables:
  
  If there have been recent changes to the underlying tables or structures (e.g., fields added, removed, or renamed), ensure that the data source is updated accordingly.
  
  
  
  Review Transport Requests:
  
  If the issue arose after a transport, check if the transport included all necessary objects and that they were imported correctly.
  
  
  
  Consult SAP Notes:
  
  Search for relevant SAP Notes that may address this specific error. SAP frequently updates its knowledge base with solutions for common issues.
  
  
  
  Debugging:
  
  If the issue persists, consider debugging the data extraction process to identify where the error occurs.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: You may use transaction codes like RSA1 (Data Warehousing Workbench) to access data sources and check their definitions.
  SAP BW Documentation: Refer to SAP BW documentation for detailed information on data source configuration and troubleshooting.
  SAP Community: Engage with the SAP Community forums for insights from other users who may have encountered similar issues.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify and resolve the cause of the SDDL_PARSER_MSG349 error in your SAP environment.