How To Fix BRAIN238 - Reading of delta pair &2 &3 was switched off

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: BRAIN -

• Message number: 238

• Message text: Reading of delta pair &2 &3 was switched off

What causes this issue?

In delta pair class &V1&, reading of aggregate part &V2& and of delta
part &V3& was switched off.

System Response

The query does not read data from &V2& or &V3&.

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.

Procedure for System Administrators

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message BRAIN238 - Reading of delta pair &2 &3 was switched off ?

  The SAP error message BRAIN238 indicates that the reading of a delta pair (specifically, the delta data for a particular InfoProvider) has been switched off. This typically occurs in the context of SAP BW (Business Warehouse) or SAP BW/4HANA when dealing with data extraction and loading processes.
  Cause:
  
  Delta Process Disabled: The delta process for the specific InfoProvider has been disabled. This can happen due to configuration changes or issues during data loading.
  Data Source Issues: There may be issues with the data source from which the delta data is being extracted, such as connectivity problems or changes in the source system.
  Data Load Errors: Previous data load processes may have encountered errors, leading to the delta mechanism being disabled.
  Configuration Changes: Changes in the configuration of the InfoProvider or the data source can also lead to this error.
  
  Solution:
  
  Check Delta Configuration: Verify the delta configuration for the InfoProvider. Ensure that the delta process is enabled and correctly set up.
  Review Data Source: Check the data source settings and ensure that it is correctly configured and operational. Test the connection to the source system.
  Monitor Data Load Processes: Review the logs of previous data load processes to identify any errors that may have caused the delta reading to be switched off. Resolve any identified issues.
  Re-enable Delta: If the delta reading has been disabled, you may need to re-enable it. This can typically be done in the SAP BW system by navigating to the relevant InfoProvider and adjusting the settings.
  Consult Documentation: Refer to SAP documentation or notes related to the specific InfoProvider and delta processes for additional guidance.
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: You may need to use transaction codes like RSA1 (Data Warehousing Workbench) to check the InfoProvider settings or RSMO (Monitor Data Load) to monitor data loads.
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that may address known issues or provide additional troubleshooting steps.
  Support: If the issue persists, consider reaching out to SAP support for assistance, providing them with detailed logs and error messages for further analysis.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the cause of the BRAIN238 error and implement a solution to resolve it.