How To Fix RJ418 - Set up delta only when extracting using a view

RJ418 - Overview

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: RJ - BW Extractor Handling Message Class

• Message number: 418

• Message text: Set up delta only when extracting using a view

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message RJ418 - Set up delta only when extracting using a view ?

  The SAP error message RJ418, which states "Set up delta only when extracting using a view," typically occurs in the context of SAP BW (Business Warehouse) when you are trying to set up delta extraction for a DataSource that is not configured to support delta extraction. This error is often encountered when working with DataSources that are based on database tables or when the extraction method is not compatible with delta mechanisms.
  
  Cause:
  
  DataSource Type: The error usually arises when you attempt to set up delta extraction for a DataSource that is not based on a view. Delta extraction is only supported for DataSources that are defined using database views (e.g., SQL views) rather than direct table accesses.
  
  Configuration Issues: The DataSource may not be properly configured to support delta extraction. This can happen if the delta mechanism is not defined or if the DataSource is not set up correctly in the SAP