How To Fix RS_B4H_PREPARE_APD059 - APD process '&1' was already converted. Generation not possible.

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: RS_B4H_PREPARE_APD - Message class for APD transfer prepare package

• Message number: 059

• Message text: APD process '&1' was already converted. Generation not possible.

What causes this issue?

APD process appropriate BW data flow can be generated only once. If you
really need to generate it again you are required to rerun APD process
analysis that will clear all previous generation information.

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

Error message extract from SAP system. Copyright SAP SE.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message RS_B4H_PREPARE_APD059 - APD process '&1' was already converted. Generation not possible. ?

  The SAP error message RS_B4H_PREPARE_APD059 indicates that an Analysis Process Designer (APD) process has already been converted, and therefore, it cannot be generated again. This error typically occurs in the context of data extraction or transformation processes in SAP BW (Business Warehouse) when working with APD.
  Cause:
  
  Duplicate Conversion: The APD process you are trying to execute has already been converted, which means that the system has already processed it, and it is not allowed to convert it again.
  Process State: The APD process might be in a state that does not allow for re-execution or regeneration.
  Configuration Issues: There may be issues with the configuration of the APD process that prevent it from being executed again.
  
  Solution:
  
  Check Process Status: Verify the status of the APD process. If it has already been executed successfully, you may not need to run it again unless you are making changes.
  Recreate the Process: If you need to make changes to the APD process, consider creating a new version of the process instead of trying to regenerate the existing one.
  Review Logs: Check the logs for any additional error messages or warnings that might provide more context about why the process cannot be regenerated.
  Delete and Recreate: If necessary, delete the existing APD process and recreate it from scratch, ensuring that all configurations are correct.
  Consult Documentation: Refer to SAP documentation or notes related to APD processes for any specific guidelines or troubleshooting steps.
  
  Related Information:
  
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that might address this specific error or provide additional troubleshooting steps.
  APD Documentation: Review the official SAP documentation on Analysis Process Designer for best practices and guidelines on creating and managing APD processes.
  SAP Community: Engage with the SAP Community forums to see if other users have encountered similar issues and what solutions they have found.
  
  If the issue persists after trying the above solutions, consider reaching out to your SAP support team or consulting with an SAP expert for further assistance.