How To Fix UGMD7004 - Setting/programming error: DataSource &1 does not exist in &2

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: UGMD7 - Messages for Package UGMD7

• Message number: 004

• Message text: Setting/programming error: DataSource &1 does not exist in &2

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message UGMD7004 - Setting/programming error: DataSource &1 does not exist in &2 ?

  The SAP error message UGMD7004 indicates that there is a problem related to a DataSource that is being referenced in your system. Specifically, the error states that the DataSource specified (represented by &1) does not exist in the specified system or context (represented by &2). This error typically occurs in the context of SAP BW (Business Warehouse) or when working with data extraction processes.
  Cause:
  
  Non-existent DataSource: The DataSource you are trying to use has not been created or activated in the system.
  Incorrect DataSource Name: There may be a typo or incorrect naming in the DataSource reference.
  Transport Issues: If the DataSource was recently transported from another system, it may not have been properly imported or activated in the target system.
  Authorization Issues: The user may not have the necessary authorizations to access the DataSource.
  System Configuration: The DataSource may not be configured correctly in the context of the specific application or module.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Verify DataSource Existence:
  
  Go to the DataSource maintenance transaction (e.g., RSA1 for BW) and check if the DataSource exists.
  Ensure that the DataSource is activated.
  
  
  
  Check Naming:
  
  Double-check the name of the DataSource in your code or configuration to ensure there are no typos.
  
  
  
  Transport Check:
  
  If the DataSource was transported, ensure that the transport request was successfully imported and that the DataSource is active in the target system.
  
  
  
  Authorization Check:
  
  Ensure that the user has the necessary authorizations to access the DataSource. You may need to check roles and authorizations in transaction PFCG.
  
  
  
  System Configuration:
  
  Review the configuration settings related to the DataSource to ensure it is set up correctly for the intended use.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Refer to SAP documentation or notes related to the specific DataSource for any additional configuration steps that may be required.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes:
  
  RSA1: Data Warehousing Workbench
  RSO2: Maintain DataSource
  RSO1: DataSource Overview
  
  
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that may address known issues or provide additional guidance related to the specific DataSource.
  Logs and Traces: Review system logs or traces for additional error messages that may provide more context about the issue.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the cause of the UGMD7004 error and implement the appropriate solution.