How To Fix FVD_BW003 - The time stamp table is empty

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: FVD_BW - Messages for the BW Link to CML

• Message number: 003

• Message text: The time stamp table is empty

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message FVD_BW003 - The time stamp table is empty ?

  The SAP error message FVD_BW003 ("The time stamp table is empty") typically occurs in the context of SAP BW (Business Warehouse) or SAP BW/4HANA when there is an issue with the time stamp table that is used for data extraction or data loading processes. This error indicates that the system is unable to find any entries in the time stamp table, which is essential for tracking the last successful data load or extraction.
  Causes:
  
  No Data Loaded: The time stamp table may be empty because no data has been loaded into the relevant InfoProvider or data target.
  Data Load Failure: Previous data load processes may have failed, resulting in no entries being created in the time stamp table.
  Configuration Issues: There may be configuration issues in the data source or data target settings that prevent the time stamp from being updated.
  Deletion of Entries: Entries in the time stamp table may have been deleted manually or through a data management process.
  System Errors: There could be underlying system errors or inconsistencies in the database that affect the time stamp table.
  
  Solutions:
  
  Check Data Load Status: Verify the status of the last data load process. If it failed, investigate the logs to identify the cause of the failure and resolve it.
  Load Data: If no data has been loaded yet, perform an initial load to populate the time stamp table.
  Review Configuration: Check the configuration settings for the data source and data target to ensure they are set up correctly.
  Reinitialize Data Source: If necessary, reinitialize the data source to reset the extraction process and ensure that the time stamp table is populated correctly.
  Check for Deletions: Investigate if any processes or users have deleted entries from the time stamp table and restore them if possible.
  Database Consistency Check: Perform a consistency check on the database to identify and resolve any underlying issues.
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Use transaction codes like RSA1 (Data Warehousing Workbench) to monitor data loads and check the status of InfoProviders.
  Logs and Traces: Review the logs in transaction SLG1 (Application Log) or RSMO (Monitor Data Load) for detailed error messages and troubleshooting information.
  SAP Notes: Check the SAP Support Portal for any relevant SAP Notes that may address this specific error or provide additional troubleshooting steps.
  Documentation: Refer to SAP BW documentation for best practices on data loading and management to prevent similar issues in the future.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to diagnose and resolve the issue related to the FVD_BW003 error message.