How To Fix R3116 - Missing entry in RSMDDELTA for basic characteristic & or error in entry

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: R3 - Service API messages

• Message number: 116

• Message text: Missing entry in RSMDDELTA for basic characteristic & or error in entry

What causes this issue?

No entries could be found for this basic characteristic in the RSMDDELTA
control table, or the entries are incorrect.

System Response

Changes to this basic characteristic cannot be transferred.

How to fix this error?

Ensure that the entries in table RSMDDELTA are maintained correctly.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message R3116 - Missing entry in RSMDDELTA for basic characteristic & or error in entry ?

  The SAP error message R3116, which indicates a "Missing entry in RSMDDELTA for basic characteristic & or error in entry," typically occurs in the context of SAP BW (Business Warehouse) when there is an issue with the delta management for InfoObjects or DataSources. This error suggests that there is a problem with the delta queue or the delta management settings for a specific characteristic.
  Causes:
  
  
  Missing Delta Entry: The error often arises when there is no entry in the RSMDDELTA table for the specified characteristic. This can happen if the delta process has not been properly initialized or if the delta queue has been cleared without proper handling.
  
  
  Incorrect Configuration: The configuration of the DataSource or InfoObject may be incorrect, leading to issues in delta processing.
  
  
  DataSource Issues: If the DataSource is not set up correctly or if there are issues with the extraction process, it can lead to missing entries in the delta management tables.
  
  
  Transport Issues: If changes were transported from one system to another, it might lead to inconsistencies in the delta management settings.
  
  
  Solutions:
  
  
  Check Delta Initialization: Ensure that the delta initialization for the DataSource or InfoObject has been performed correctly. You may need to re-initialize the delta process.
  
  
  Recreate Delta Entries: If the delta entries are missing, you can recreate them by performing a full load of the data. This will populate the RSMDDELTA table with the necessary entries.
  
  
  Check DataSource Settings: Review the settings of the DataSource in the SAP BW system. Ensure that the delta settings are correctly configured and that the DataSource is active.
  
  
  Monitor Delta Queue: Use transaction codes like RSA7 to monitor the delta queue. Check for any inconsistencies or errors in the delta queue that may need to be resolved.
  
  
  Check for Transport Issues: If the issue arose after a transport, verify that all necessary objects and settings were transported correctly. You may need to re-transport or adjust settings manually.
  
  
  Consult SAP Notes: Check the SAP Support Portal for any relevant SAP Notes that may address this specific error. There may be patches or updates that can resolve the issue.
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  
  Transaction Codes: 
  
  RSA7: Monitor Delta Queue
  RSMO: Monitor Data Load
  RSO2: Maintain DataSource
  RSMO: Monitor InfoPackage
  
  
  
  Tables:
  
  RSMDDELTA: Delta Management Table
  RSBKREQUEST: Request Table for Data Loads
  
  
  
  Documentation: Refer to SAP BW documentation for detailed information on delta management and troubleshooting.
  
  
  If the problem persists after trying the above solutions, it may be beneficial to engage with SAP support or consult with a BW expert for further assistance.