How To Fix DBMAN016 - InfoCube &1 cannot be filled in real-time mode

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: DBMAN - Data Manager Message Class

• Message number: 016

• Message text: InfoCube &1 cannot be filled in real-time mode

What causes this issue?

The InfoCube &v1& is not defined as a real-time enabed InfoCube. This
means data cannot be written to this InfoCube directly.

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?

The InfoCube &v1& has to be declared as real-time enabled. To do this,
choose <LS>Switch Transactional InfoCube</> in the context menu of the
InfoCube in the InfoCube tree.

Procedure for System Administrators

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message DBMAN016 - InfoCube &1 cannot be filled in real-time mode ?

  The SAP error message DBMAN016 indicates that an InfoCube cannot be filled in real-time mode. This error typically arises in the context of SAP BW (Business Warehouse) when there are issues related to the configuration or the data flow for real-time data processing.
  Causes:
  
  Configuration Issues: The InfoCube may not be properly configured for real-time data loading. This could include settings in the InfoCube itself or in the data source.
  Data Source Problems: The data source from which the InfoCube is supposed to receive data may not be set up correctly or may not support real-time data extraction.
  Process Chain Issues: If the InfoCube is part of a process chain, there may be issues with the process chain configuration or execution.
  Locking Issues: There may be locks on the InfoCube or related objects that prevent data from being written in real-time.
  Technical Limitations: The underlying database or system may have limitations that prevent real-time data processing.
  
  Solutions:
  
  Check Configuration: Verify that the InfoCube is configured for real-time data loading. This includes checking the settings in the InfoCube and ensuring that the data source is compatible with real-time extraction.
  Review Data Source: Ensure that the data source is correctly set up and that it supports real-time data extraction. Check for any errors or warnings in the data source configuration.
  Process Chain Review: If the InfoCube is part of a process chain, review the process chain for any errors or misconfigurations. Ensure that all necessary steps are included and correctly configured.
  Check Locks: Investigate any locks on the InfoCube or related objects. You can use transaction codes like SM12 to check for locks and SM21 for system logs to identify any issues.
  System Performance: Monitor system performance and resource availability. If the system is under heavy load, it may affect real-time data processing capabilities.
  Consult Documentation: Refer to SAP documentation or notes related to real-time data loading and InfoCubes for any specific guidance or troubleshooting steps.
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Use transaction codes like RSA1 (Data Warehousing Workbench) to check InfoCube settings and RSA3 to test data extraction.
  SAP Notes: Search for relevant SAP Notes in the SAP Support Portal that may address specific issues related to DBMAN016.
  System Logs: Check system logs (transaction SM21) for any additional error messages or warnings that may provide more context about the issue.
  Performance Monitoring: Use transaction ST03N to monitor system performance and identify any bottlenecks that may affect real-time processing.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the cause of the DBMAN016 error and implement a solution to resolve it.