How To Fix BRAIN639 - Runtime object for handle & could not be updated.

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: BRAIN -

• Message number: 639

• Message text: Runtime object for handle & could not be updated.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message BRAIN639 - Runtime object for handle & could not be updated. ?

  The SAP error message BRAIN639 indicates that there is an issue with updating the runtime object for a handle in the SAP Business Warehouse (BW) or Business Intelligence (BI) environment. This error typically occurs in the context of data processing, reporting, or when working with queries in SAP BW.
  Causes:
  
  Data Model Changes: Changes in the underlying data model (like InfoObjects, InfoProviders, or queries) that are not properly reflected in the runtime objects.
  Transport Issues: If the objects were transported from one system to another (e.g., from development to production), there might be inconsistencies or missing objects.
  Authorization Issues: The user may not have the necessary authorizations to access or update the runtime object.
  System Performance: High system load or performance issues can lead to timeouts or failures in updating runtime objects.
  Corrupted Objects: The runtime object itself may be corrupted or not properly generated.
  
  Solutions:
  
  Check Data Model: Review any recent changes made to the data model and ensure that all objects are correctly defined and activated.
  Rebuild Runtime Objects: You can try to rebuild the runtime objects. This can often be done by reactivating the affected queries or InfoProviders.
  
  Go to the relevant query or InfoProvider and choose the option to "Activate" or "Rebuild".
  
  
  Check Authorizations: Ensure that the user has the necessary authorizations to access and modify the runtime objects.
  System Performance: Monitor system performance and check for any locks or long-running processes that might be affecting the update.
  Transport Consistency: If the issue arose after a transport, check the transport logs for any errors and ensure that all necessary objects were transported correctly.
  Check for Notes: Look for SAP Notes related to this error message. SAP frequently releases notes that address specific issues and provide patches or workarounds.
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: You may use transaction codes like RSRT (to execute queries) or RSA1 (to access the Data Warehousing Workbench) to investigate further.
  SAP Support: If the issue persists, consider reaching out to SAP Support with detailed information about the error, including the context in which it occurs, any relevant logs, and system configuration.
  Documentation: Review SAP documentation for BW/BI for best practices on managing runtime objects and troubleshooting common issues.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the root cause of the BRAIN639 error and implement a suitable solution.