How To Fix R8510 - You cannot repeat the last delta selection

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: R8 - Messages from the meta data generation

• Message number: 510

• Message text: You cannot repeat the last delta selection

What causes this issue?

It is not possible to repeat the last delta request.

System Response

The data selection has been terminated.

How to fix this error?

Initialize the dataset again.

Procedure for System Administrators

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

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message R8510 - You cannot repeat the last delta selection ?

  The SAP error message R8510, "You cannot repeat the last delta selection," typically occurs in the context of data extraction processes, particularly when working with SAP BW (Business Warehouse) or SAP Data Warehousing solutions. This error indicates that the system is preventing the user from executing a delta extraction that has already been performed.
  
  Cause:
  
  Delta Mechanism: The delta extraction process is designed to capture only the changes (new or modified records) since the last extraction. If the system detects that a delta extraction has already been executed for the same time frame or data set, it will prevent a repeat to avoid data duplication or inconsistencies.
  Incorrect Selection: The user may have inadvertently attempted to execute a delta extraction without a valid delta pointer or without having any new data to extract.
  Data Load Status: The status of the data load may not allow for a repeat delta extraction, especially if the previous