How To Fix W8184 - Element & is the source for all target elements

W8184 - Overview

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: W8 - Workflow: Expressions, data flow

• Message number: 184

• Message text: Element & is the source for all target elements

What causes this issue?

You have used element &v1& as a source in several binding instructions.

System Response

The data in element &v1& is used in each binding instruction. All
target elements therefore receive the same data.

How to fix this error?

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 W8184 - Element & is the source for all target elements ?

  Certainly! Here's detailed information about the SAP error message:
  
  SAP Error Message:
  W8184 - Element & is the source for all target elements
  
  
  Cause:
  This warning message occurs during data transfer or mapping processes (such as in SAP Data Services, SAP BW transformations, or other ETL/data integration tools) when a source element is mapped to all target elements. Essentially, the system detects that one source field is being used as the source for every target field, which is unusual and often indicates a mapping or design error.
  In other words, the source element (field) is assigned as the source for every target element, which might not be logically correct or intended.
  
  When does it occur?
  
  During transformation or mapping design in SAP BW or SAP Data Services.
  When a single source field is mapped to multiple or all target fields.
  When the mapping logic is incorrect or incomplete.
  Possibly during the activation or execution of a transformation or data flow.
  
  
  Implications:
  
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