How To Fix TA310 - Source system & does not exist.

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: TA - Extended table maintenance (eval., Customizing, client copy)

• Message number: 310

• Message text: Source system & does not exist.

What causes this issue?

The specified source system does not exist as an RFC destination.

System Response

The system issues an error message and will not allow you to continue with this transaction until the error is resolved.

How to fix this error?

Check whether the system exists and maintain the parameters in
transaction SM59.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message TA310 - Source system & does not exist. ?

  The SAP error message "TA310 Source system & does not exist" typically occurs in the context of data transfer or integration scenarios, particularly when working with SAP's data transfer processes, such as in SAP BW (Business Warehouse) or when using SAP's Data Services.
  Cause:
  
  
  Non-Existent Source System: The error indicates that the specified source system (represented by the placeholder "&") is not recognized in the SAP system. This could be due to:
  
  The source system has not been defined in the SAP system.
  The source system is incorrectly configured or has been deleted.
  There is a typo or incorrect reference in the configuration or data transfer process.
  
  
  
  Authorization Issues: Sometimes, the user may not have the necessary authorizations to access the source system, leading to this error.
  
  
  Network Issues: If the source system is external, network connectivity issues could prevent the SAP system from recognizing it.
  
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check Source System Configuration:
  
  Go to the relevant transaction (e.g., RSA1 for BW) and check if the source system is defined correctly.
  If it is not defined, you will need to create it using the appropriate configuration steps.
  
  
  
  Verify Naming and Typo:
  
  Ensure that the name of the source system is spelled correctly in the configuration or data transfer process.
  
  
  
  Check Authorizations:
  
  Ensure that the user executing the process has the necessary authorizations to access the source system.
  
  
  
  Network Connectivity:
  
  If the source system is external, check the network connectivity and ensure that the source system is up and running.
  
  
  
  Reconfigure or Recreate:
  
  If the source system has been deleted or is misconfigured, you may need to recreate it or reconfigure it according to the requirements.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as RSA1 (for BW), SM59 (for RFC destinations), and SICF (for HTTP services) to manage and troubleshoot source systems.
  Documentation: Refer to SAP Help documentation for detailed steps on configuring source systems and troubleshooting data transfer issues.
  SAP Notes: Check SAP Notes for any known issues or patches related to the error message TA310.
  
  If the problem persists after following these steps, consider reaching out to your SAP Basis or technical support team for further assistance.