How To Fix DB6PM893 - An MDC Advisor analyzing process is already running for InfoProvider &1

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: DB6PM - DB2 UDB for UNIX, Windows: Performance Monitoring

• Message number: 893

• Message text: An MDC Advisor analyzing process is already running for InfoProvider &1

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message DB6PM893 - An MDC Advisor analyzing process is already running for InfoProvider &1 ?

  The SAP error message DB6PM893 indicates that an MDC (Multi-Dimensional Data) Advisor analyzing process is already running for a specific InfoProvider. This typically occurs in the context of SAP BW (Business Warehouse) or SAP HANA environments where the MDC Advisor is used to analyze and optimize the performance of InfoProviders.
  Cause:
  The error occurs when a user attempts to start a new analysis process for an InfoProvider that is already being analyzed by another process. This can happen if:
  
  A previous analysis process has not yet completed.
  There is a long-running analysis that is still in progress.
  Multiple users are trying to analyze the same InfoProvider simultaneously.
  
  Solution:
  To resolve this issue, you can take the following steps:
  
  
  Check Running Processes:
  
  Use transaction codes like SM66 (Global Work Process Overview) or SM50 (Work Process Overview) to check if there is an ongoing MDC Advisor analysis for the specified InfoProvider.
  Identify the user or process that is currently running the analysis.
  
  
  
  Wait for Completion:
  
  If you find that an analysis is currently running, you may need to wait for it to complete before starting a new one.
  
  
  
  Terminate the Process:
  
  If the analysis process is stuck or taking too long, and you have the necessary permissions, you can terminate the process. Be cautious with this approach, as it may lead to data inconsistencies or other issues.
  
  
  
  Check Logs:
  
  Review the logs for any errors or warnings that might indicate why the analysis is taking longer than expected.
  
  
  
  Retry the Analysis:
  
  Once you confirm that no other analysis is running, you can retry the MDC Advisor analysis for the InfoProvider.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  MDC Advisor: The MDC Advisor is a tool used in SAP BW and HANA to analyze and optimize the performance of InfoProviders. It provides recommendations based on the data model and usage patterns.
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as RSMD, RSRT, and RSOS for monitoring and managing InfoProviders and queries.
  Performance Tuning: Regularly monitor and tune the performance of your InfoProviders to avoid long-running analysis processes in the future.
  
  If the problem persists after following these steps, consider reaching out to your SAP Basis team or consulting SAP support for further assistance.