How To Fix R7B651 - BWA indexes available for characteristic &1

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: R7B - BW Metadata (InfoCube, InfoObject, InfoObject catalog)

• Message number: 651

• Message text: BWA indexes available for characteristic &1

What causes this issue?

You are trying to allow time-dependent hierarchy structures for the
hierarchies of the characteristic&v1&. However, the existing
time-dependent hierarchies of the characteristic have been indexed in
the BW Accelerator.
Time-dependent hierarchies cannot be created as a BWA index.
Time-dependent hierarchy structures cannot be used, because either all
or none of the hierarchies must exist as a BWA index.

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?

You must either avoid using time-dependent hierarchy structures or
deactivate hierarchy indexing for this characteristic.

Procedure for System Administrators

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message R7B651 - BWA indexes available for characteristic &1 ?

  The SAP error message R7B651 indicates that there are BWA (Business Warehouse Accelerator) indexes available for a specific characteristic, denoted by &1. This message typically arises in the context of SAP BW (Business Warehouse) when you are trying to execute a query or perform an operation that involves characteristics for which BWA indexes exist.
  Cause:
  The error message is generally triggered when:
  
  You are trying to execute a query or perform an operation that is not compatible with the existing BWA indexes.
  The BWA indexes may not be properly configured or may be outdated.
  There may be a mismatch between the data model and the BWA indexes, possibly due to changes in the underlying data structure or characteristics.
  
  Solution:
  To resolve the R7B651 error, you can take the following steps:
  
  
  Check BWA Index Status:
  
  Use transaction code RSCONN01 to check the status of the BWA connection and ensure that it is active and properly configured.
  
  
  
  Rebuild BWA Indexes:
  
  If the indexes are outdated or corrupted, you may need to rebuild them. This can be done using the transaction code RSBWA or through the Data Warehousing Workbench.
  Navigate to the relevant InfoProvider and choose the option to rebuild the BWA indexes.
  
  
  
  Update Data Model:
  
  Ensure that the data model in BW is consistent with the BWA indexes. If there have been changes to the characteristics or InfoObjects, you may need to adjust the BWA settings accordingly.
  
  
  
  Check Query Design:
  
  Review the query design in BEx Query Designer to ensure that it is compatible with the BWA indexes. Make sure that the characteristics used in the query are correctly defined and aligned with the BWA settings.
  
  
  
  Consult SAP Notes:
  
  Check for any relevant SAP Notes that may address this specific error message or provide additional troubleshooting steps. You can search for notes related to BWA and the specific characteristics involved.
  
  
  
  Contact SAP Support:
  
  If the issue persists after trying the above steps, consider reaching out to SAP Support for further assistance. Provide them with details about the error message, the context in which it occurs, and any steps you have already taken.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  BWA (Business Warehouse Accelerator): A tool that enhances the performance of SAP BW queries by using in-memory technology to accelerate data retrieval.
  InfoObjects and Characteristics: In SAP BW, InfoObjects are the building blocks of the data model, and characteristics are specific attributes of these InfoObjects.
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as RSCONN01, RSBWA, and RSA1 for managing BWA and BW objects.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to address the R7B651 error and ensure that your BWA indexes are functioning correctly.