How To Fix DBMAN899 - Could not save InfoProvider data in the BWA/SAP HANA index

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: DBMAN - Data Manager Message Class

• Message number: 899

• Message text: Could not save InfoProvider data in the BWA/SAP HANA index

What causes this issue?

Writing the result directly to BWA indexes is not supported for this
query.
There are a number possible reasons for this error message appearing:
The InfoProvider is not contained in the BWA server in its entirety
Currency key figures should be returnd in external format. Due to
possible rounding errors or loss of places in the key figure values,
this is not possible if you want the query result to be written to a
database table.

System Response

The system terminates the query.

How to fix this error?

Run the query again, without writing the result to a BWA index.

Procedure for System Administrators

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

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message DBMAN899 - Could not save InfoProvider data in the BWA/SAP HANA index ?

  The SAP error message DBMAN899 indicates that there was an issue saving InfoProvider data in the BWA (Business Warehouse Accelerator) or SAP HANA index. This error can arise due to various reasons, and understanding the cause is crucial for finding an appropriate solution.
  Possible Causes:
  
  Indexing Issues: The BWA or HANA index may not be properly configured or may be corrupted.
  Data Consistency: There may be inconsistencies in the data being processed, which can prevent successful indexing.
  System Resources: Insufficient memory or CPU resources on the server can lead to failures in data processing and indexing.
  Database Locking: Locks on the database tables can prevent the system from saving the data.
  Transport Issues: If the InfoProvider was recently transported, there may be issues with the transport that affect the indexing.
  Version Compatibility: There may be compatibility issues between the SAP BW version and the BWA or HANA version being used.
  
  Solutions:
  
  Check Index Configuration: Verify that the BWA or HANA index is correctly configured. You may need to recreate the index if it is corrupted.
  Data Consistency Check: Run consistency checks on the InfoProvider data to ensure there are no inconsistencies. You can use transaction codes like RSA1 to check the data.
  Monitor System Resources: Check the system's memory and CPU usage. If resources are low, consider increasing them or optimizing the workload.
  Release Locks: Use transaction SM12 to check for and release any locks on the database tables that may be causing the issue.
  Re-transport InfoProvider: If the issue arose after a transport, consider re-transporting the InfoProvider or checking the transport logs for errors.
  Check for Updates: Ensure that your SAP BW and BWA/HANA systems are up to date with the latest patches and updates, as these can resolve known issues.
  
  Related Information:
  
  SAP Notes: Check SAP Notes related to DBMAN899 for specific fixes or recommendations. You can search for the error message in the SAP Support Portal.
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as RSA1 (Data Warehousing Workbench), SM12 (Display and Delete Locks), and ST22 (Dump Analysis) for troubleshooting.
  Logs and Traces: Review system logs and traces for additional error messages or warnings that may provide more context about the failure.
  
  If the issue persists after trying the above solutions, it may be beneficial to contact SAP support for further assistance, providing them with detailed logs and error messages for a more in-depth analysis.