How To Fix GOX_OBJECTS_GENERATE129 - Please maintain delta method 'A' for DataSource &1 manually

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: GOX_OBJECTS_GENERATE - Generation of objects

• Message number: 129

• Message text: Please maintain delta method 'A' for DataSource &1 manually

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message GOX_OBJECTS_GENERATE129 - Please maintain delta method 'A' for DataSource &1 manually ?

  The SAP error message GOX_OBJECTS_GENERATE129 indicates that there is an issue with the delta method configuration for a specific DataSource in SAP BW (Business Warehouse). The message suggests that the delta method should be set to 'A' (which stands for "Additive") for the specified DataSource, but it has not been configured correctly.
  Cause:
  
  Incorrect Delta Method Configuration: The delta method for the DataSource is not set to 'A', which is required for the specific scenario you are working with.
  DataSource Activation Issues: The DataSource may not have been activated properly, or there may be inconsistencies in the DataSource settings.
  Changes in Source System: If there have been changes in the source system or the DataSource itself, it may lead to this error if the delta method is not updated accordingly.
  
  Solution:
  To resolve this error, you need to manually set the delta method for the DataSource to 'A'. Here are the steps to do this:
  
  
  Access the DataSource:
  
  Go to the SAP BW system.
  Navigate to the DataSource in the Data Warehousing Workbench (transaction code RSA1).
  
  
  
  Edit the DataSource:
  
  Find the DataSource that is causing the error.
  Right-click on the DataSource and select "Change".
  
  
  
  Set Delta Method:
  
  In the DataSource settings, look for the "Delta" tab or section.
  Change the delta method to 'A' (Additive).
  Ensure that all other settings are correct and consistent with your data extraction requirements.
  
  
  
  Activate the DataSource:
  
  After making the changes, activate the DataSource to ensure that the new settings take effect.
  
  
  
  Test the DataSource:
  
  Run a test extraction to verify that the error has been resolved and that data is being extracted correctly.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  
  Delta Methods: In SAP BW, delta methods are used to determine how data is extracted from the source system. The common delta methods include:
  
  'A' (Additive): Used for data that is continuously added (e.g., transactional data).
  'D' (Delete): Used for data that can be deleted or changed.
  'N' (New): Used for new data only.
  
  
  
  Transaction Codes:
  
  RSA1: Data Warehousing Workbench.
  RSC1: To create a DataSource.
  RSC2: To change a DataSource.
  RSC3: To display a DataSource.
  
  
  
  Documentation: Always refer to the official SAP documentation or help portal for the most accurate and detailed information regarding DataSource configurations and delta methods.
  
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the GOX_OBJECTS_GENERATE129 error and ensure that your DataSource is configured correctly for data extraction.