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How To Fix DBMAN973 - Writing with delta determination is not possible in the update task


DBMAN973 - Overview

  • Message type: E = Error

  • Message class: DBMAN - Data Manager Message Class

  • Message number: 973

  • Message text: Writing with delta determination is not possible in the update task

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  • What causes this issue?

    Module RSDRI_CUBE_WRITE_PACKAGE or class CL_RSDRI_INFOCUBE has been
    called in an update task, whereas deltas should be found and written to
    the Cube (parameter i_delta = rs_c_true ).

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

    This is not possible in the update task, as COMMITS have to be performed
    when finding the delta.

    System Response

    Writing is terminated.

    How to fix this error?

    Procedure for System Administrators


    Error message extract from SAP system. Copyright SAP SE.


DBMAN973 - Details

  • The SAP error message DBMAN973 ("Writing with delta determination is not possible in the update task") typically occurs in the context of data updates in SAP systems, particularly when dealing with delta updates in the context of data extraction or data transfer processes. This error can arise in various scenarios, such as during the execution of update tasks in SAP BW (Business Warehouse) or when using SAP Data Services.
    Causes:
    
    Delta Mechanism Issues: The error often indicates that the delta mechanism is not functioning correctly. This could be due to issues with the delta queue or the delta initialization process.
    Data Consistency Problems: If there are inconsistencies in the data being processed, it may prevent the delta determination from being executed properly.
    Configuration Errors: Incorrect configuration settings in the data source or the update process can lead to this error.
    Locks or Conflicts: If there are locks on the data or conflicts with other processes

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