How To Fix UGMD7003 - DataSource error: &1 in destination &2 cannot be used

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: UGMD7 - Messages for Package UGMD7

• Message number: 003

• Message text: DataSource error: &1 in destination &2 cannot be used

What causes this issue?

DataSource &V1& in RFC destination &V2& shows an error. Therefore, you
cannot currently use the DataSource.

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 the DataSource with transactions RSA2 (Definition) and RSA3
(Extractor Checker), and take the appropriate measures. See the
documentation on Extractors/DataSources.

Procedure for System Administrators

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message UGMD7003 - DataSource error: &1 in destination &2 cannot be used ?

  The SAP error message UGMD7003 indicates that there is an issue with a DataSource that is being referenced in a specific destination. This error typically arises in the context of data extraction or data transfer processes, particularly when working with SAP BW (Business Warehouse) or SAP Data Services.
  Cause:
  The error message UGMD7003 can be caused by several factors, including:
  
  DataSource Not Active: The DataSource you are trying to use may not be active or properly configured in the system.
  Incorrect Destination: The destination specified may not be valid or may not support the DataSource being used.
  Authorization Issues: The user may not have the necessary authorizations to access the DataSource or the destination.
  Technical Issues: There may be technical issues such as connectivity problems, or the DataSource may be in a state that prevents it from being used (e.g., it is in a transport request).
  DataSource Configuration: The DataSource may not be correctly configured, or there may be inconsistencies in the metadata.
  
  Solution:
  To resolve the UGMD7003 error, you can take the following steps:
  
  
  Check DataSource Activation:
  
  Go to the DataSource in the SAP system and ensure that it is active. You can do this by navigating to the DataSource in the Data Warehousing Workbench (transaction RSA1) and checking its status.
  
  
  
  Verify Destination:
  
  Ensure that the destination specified in the error message is correct and that it is configured to accept the DataSource. Check the settings in the relevant configuration area.
  
  
  
  Review Authorizations:
  
  Check the user authorizations to ensure that the user has the necessary permissions to access both the DataSource and the destination.
  
  
  
  Check Technical Settings:
  
  Review the technical settings of the DataSource to ensure that they are correctly configured. This includes checking the extraction method and any relevant parameters.
  
  
  
  Consult Logs:
  
  Look at the application logs (transaction SLG1) for more detailed error messages that may provide additional context about the issue.
  
  
  
  Reconfigure or Transport:
  
  If the DataSource is part of a transport request, ensure that it has been properly transported to the target system and is in an active state.
  
  
  
  Contact Support:
  
  If the issue persists after checking the above points, consider reaching out to SAP support for further assistance.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: RSA1 (Data Warehousing Workbench), SLG1 (Application Log), RSA3 (DataSource Test).
  Documentation: Refer to SAP Help documentation for detailed information on DataSources and their configuration.
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that may address known issues related to this error message.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify and resolve the UGMD7003 error in your SAP environment.