How To Fix DBMAN235 - This function is only permitted for Basic and aggregate Cubes

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: DBMAN - Data Manager Message Class

• Message number: 235

• Message text: This function is only permitted for Basic and aggregate Cubes

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message DBMAN235 - This function is only permitted for Basic and aggregate Cubes ?

  The SAP error message DBMAN235 indicates that a certain function or operation is being attempted on a type of InfoCube that is not supported. Specifically, this error message states: "This function is only permitted for Basic and aggregate Cubes." This typically occurs in the context of SAP BW (Business Warehouse) when working with InfoCubes.
  Cause:
  The error is triggered when you try to perform an operation that is only valid for Basic or Aggregate Cubes on a different type of InfoCube, such as a Virtual Cube or a MultiProvider. The operations that might cause this error include:
  
  Data loading
  Query execution
  Certain types of data manipulation or transformations
  
  Solution:
  To resolve the DBMAN235 error, consider the following steps:
  
  
  Check Cube Type: Verify the type of InfoCube you are working with. Ensure that you are attempting the operation on a Basic or Aggregate Cube.
  
  
  Use Appropriate Cubes: If you need to perform the operation that is restricted to Basic or Aggregate Cubes, you may need to create or use an existing Basic or Aggregate Cube instead of a Virtual Cube or MultiProvider.
  
  
  Review Query Design: If the error occurs during query execution, review the query design to ensure it is compatible with the type of InfoCube being used.
  
  
  Consult Documentation: Refer to SAP documentation or help resources for specific details on the operations allowed for different types of InfoCubes.
  
  
  Check for Updates: Ensure that your SAP BW system is up to date, as there may be patches or updates that address specific issues related to InfoCubes.
  
  
  Seek Support: If the issue persists, consider reaching out to SAP support or your internal SAP BW team for further assistance.
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  InfoCubes: In SAP BW, InfoCubes are used to store data in a multidimensional format. They can be classified into Basic Cubes, Aggregate Cubes, Virtual Cubes, and MultiProviders.
  Basic Cubes: These are standard InfoCubes that store data physically in the database.
  Aggregate Cubes: These are used to store summarized data for performance optimization.
  Virtual Cubes: These do not store data physically but provide a view of data from other sources.
  MultiProviders: These allow you to combine data from multiple InfoProviders (like InfoCubes and DataStore Objects) for reporting purposes.
  
  Understanding the differences between these types of cubes and their capabilities will help you avoid this error in the future.