How To Fix W0CSRS013 - Select the required data source (LIS or BW)

W0CSRS013 - Overview

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: W0CSRS - Customizing - SAP Retail Store

• Message number: 013

• Message text: Select the required data source (LIS or BW)

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message W0CSRS013 - Select the required data source (LIS or BW) ?

  SAP Error Message:
  W0CSRS013 Select the required data source (LIS or BW)
  
  
  Cause:
  This message typically appears when you are working with SAP Controlling (CO) or Logistics Information System (LIS) reporting tools, and the system requires you to specify the data source for the report or query. The system supports two main data sources for reporting:
  
  LIS (Logistics Information System): Classic reporting based on LIS data structures.
  BW (Business Warehouse): Reporting based on BW data sources and InfoProviders.
  
  The error occurs because the system cannot determine which data source to use for the requested report or query, and you have not explicitly selected one.
  
  
  Solution:
  To resolve this error, you need to explicitly select the data source (LIS or BW) when running the report or query. The steps depend on the context where the error occurs:
  
  
  In the Report Selection Screen:
  
  Look for a parameter or dropdown labeled something like "Data Source," "Reporting Source," or "Select Data Source."
  Choose either LIS