How To Fix UCT8041 - Mapping rule for &1, row &2: Source selection &3 not found

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: UCT8 - Message class for UCT8(mapping)

• Message number: 041

• Message text: Mapping rule for &1, row &2: Source selection &3 not found

What causes this issue?

The mapping rule for target field &V1& contains a condition or a
reassignment in row &V2&. The source selection cannot be found. It was
originally stored as &V3&.

System Response

The settings cannot be saved and the mapping rule cannot be used. The
system issues this error message.

How to fix this error?

Define the source selection again.

Procedure for System Administrators

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

Error message extract from SAP system. Copyright SAP SE.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message UCT8041 - Mapping rule for &1, row &2: Source selection &3 not found ?

  The SAP error message UCT8041 typically indicates an issue with a mapping rule in the context of data transfer or transformation processes, such as those used in SAP Data Services or SAP Information Steward. The error message breaks down as follows:
  
  
  Cause: The error occurs when the system cannot find a specified source selection in the mapping rule. This could be due to several reasons:
  
  The source selection name (&3) is misspelled or does not exist in the context of the mapping rule.
  The mapping rule itself may not be correctly configured or may be referencing an outdated or deleted source selection.
  There may be issues with the data model or the underlying data structure that the mapping rule is trying to access.
  
  
  
  Solution: To resolve this error, you can take the following steps:
  
  Verify Source Selection: Check the mapping rule for the specified source selection name (&3) to ensure it is correctly spelled and exists in the system.
  Review Mapping Rule Configuration: Open the mapping rule in the relevant SAP tool (like SAP Data Services) and ensure that all components are correctly configured and that the source selection is properly defined.
  Check Data Model: Ensure that the data model or structure that the mapping rule is based on is intact and has not been altered in a way that would affect the source selection.
  Consult Documentation: Refer to SAP documentation or help resources for guidance on how to properly configure mapping rules and source selections.
  Test the Mapping Rule: After making any necessary corrections, test the mapping rule to ensure that it works as expected without generating the error.
  
  
  
  Related Information: 
  
  If you are using SAP Data Services, you may want to look into the Data Services Designer for more details on how to manage and configure mapping rules.
  If the issue persists, consider reaching out to your SAP support team or consulting the SAP Community for additional insights and troubleshooting tips.
  Keep in mind that the specific context of your SAP environment (version, configuration, etc.) may also influence the resolution of this error.
  
  
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify and resolve the cause of the UCT8041 error message.