How To Fix GQPI063 - Create an additional secondary index in accordance with the long text

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: GQPI - FI-SL: Interface to Business Information Warehouse

• Message number: 063

• Message text: Create an additional secondary index in accordance with the long text

What causes this issue?

You have successfully created an extraction structure for the line item
table.
Before using a DataSource that accesses line items in the table, you can
accelerate data access considerably by creating an additional secondary
index in the source system for this table in the ABAP Dictionary.

System Response

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

How to fix this error?

If the table used is an FI-SL table or table <AB>GLPCA</>, create a
(non-unique) index for the table in the ABAP Dictionary. The index that
you create needs to contain the following fields:
<AB>CPUDT</>
<AB>CPUTM</>
For more details, see the corresponding SAP Note.
If the table used is a table in new General Ledger Accounting, create a
(non-unique) index for this table in the ABAP Dictionary unless such an
index already exists. The index needs to contain the <AB>TIMESTAMP</>
field.

Error message extract from SAP system. Copyright SAP SE.

Smart SAP Assistant

• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message GQPI063 - Create an additional secondary index in accordance with the long text ?

  The SAP error message GQPI063 indicates that there is a need to create an additional secondary index for a database table in order to improve performance or to meet specific data retrieval requirements. This message typically arises in the context of database optimization, particularly when the existing indexes are insufficient for the queries being executed.
  Cause:
  The error occurs when:
  
  A query is executed that requires data retrieval based on fields that are not covered by the existing indexes.
  The performance of the database operations is suboptimal due to the lack of appropriate indexing.
  The system identifies that an additional secondary index would enhance the performance of certain operations or queries.
  
  Solution:
  To resolve the GQPI063 error, you need to create an additional secondary index for the relevant database table. Here are the steps to do this:
  
  
  Identify the Table: Determine which table is causing the error. This information is usually provided in the long text of the error message.
  
  
  Analyze the Query: Review the SQL query or the operation that triggered the error to understand which fields are being accessed and how they are being used.
  
  
  Create the Secondary Index:
  
  Go to the Data Dictionary (transaction code SE11).
  Enter the name of the table that requires the additional index.
  Click on the "Indexes" button.
  Create a new index by specifying the fields that should be included in the index. Ensure that the fields are chosen based on the query requirements.
  Save and activate the new index.
  
  
  
  Test the Changes: After creating the index, re-run the operation or query that previously caused the error to ensure that the issue is resolved and that performance has improved.
  
  
  Monitor Performance: Keep an eye on the performance of the database operations to ensure that the new index is providing the expected benefits.
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Index Types: Understand the different types of indexes (e.g., unique, non-unique, full-text) and choose the appropriate type based on your requirements.
  Database Performance: Regularly monitor database performance and analyze query execution plans to identify potential indexing needs.
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that may provide additional guidance or best practices related to indexing and performance optimization.
  Documentation: Refer to SAP documentation for best practices on database indexing and performance tuning.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the GQPI063 error and improve the performance of your SAP system.