How To Fix DAAG_PARTITIONING012 - Cannot perform partitioning (see long text)

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: DAAG_PARTITIONING - Message Class for Partitioning

• Message number: 012

• Message text: Cannot perform partitioning (see long text)

What causes this issue?

The system cannot execute or schedule the partitioning for partitioning
group &V1&, since there are open partitioning jobs.

System Response

The system issues an error message and will not allow you to continue with this transaction until the error is resolved.

How to fix this error?

Use transaction <LB>SM37</> to check which jobs are still open or
running for job name &V2&.

Procedure for System Administrators

Error message extract from SAP system. Copyright SAP SE.

Smart SAP Assistant

• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message DAAG_PARTITIONING012 - Cannot perform partitioning (see long text) ?

  The SAP error message DAAG_PARTITIONING012 indicates that there is an issue with partitioning in the context of data management, typically related to the Data Aging functionality in SAP. This error can occur for various reasons, and understanding the cause is essential for resolving it.
  Cause:
  
  Data Aging Configuration Issues: The configuration for data aging may not be set up correctly, leading to problems when attempting to partition data.
  Inconsistent Data: There may be inconsistencies or issues with the data that prevent it from being partitioned correctly.
  Database Constraints: The underlying database may have constraints or limitations that are preventing the partitioning operation from being executed.
  Missing Authorizations: The user attempting to perform the partitioning may not have the necessary authorizations to execute the operation.
  Technical Issues: There could be technical issues with the SAP system or the database that are causing the partitioning to fail.
  
  Solution:
  
  Check Configuration: Review the data aging configuration settings in the SAP system to ensure they are set up correctly. This includes checking the settings for the relevant data objects and ensuring that partitioning is enabled.
  Data Consistency Check: Perform a consistency check on the data to identify any issues that may be causing the partitioning to fail. This may involve running specific reports or transactions to validate the data.
  Review Database Constraints: Check the database for any constraints or limitations that may be affecting the partitioning process. This may involve consulting with your database administrator.
  User Authorizations: Ensure that the user has the necessary authorizations to perform the partitioning operation. This may involve checking roles and permissions in the SAP system.
  Consult SAP Notes: Look for relevant SAP Notes or documentation that may provide additional insights or solutions for this specific error message. SAP frequently updates its knowledge base with solutions for known issues.
  System Logs: Check the system logs (transaction SM21) for any additional error messages or warnings that may provide more context about the issue.
  Contact SAP Support: If the issue persists after trying the above solutions, consider reaching out to SAP Support for further assistance.
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as SARA (Archive Administration) and SARI (Archive Information System) for managing data aging and archiving.
  Documentation: Review SAP documentation related to data aging and partitioning for best practices and guidelines.
  Performance Considerations: Understand the performance implications of partitioning and how it can affect data retrieval and management in your SAP environment.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the cause of the error and implement a solution to resolve it.