How To Fix RS_DB_DB2050 - Select a physical accelerator first

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: RS_DB_DB2 - Messages for DB2-z/OS Implementation

• Message number: 050

• Message text: Select a physical accelerator first

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message RS_DB_DB2050 - Select a physical accelerator first ?

  The SAP error message RS_DB_DB2050: Select a physical accelerator first typically occurs in the context of SAP BW (Business Warehouse) or SAP HANA when there is an issue related to the configuration of the database or the data processing environment. This error indicates that the system is expecting a physical accelerator (like a specific database or data processing engine) to be selected for executing a query or data processing task, but none has been specified.
  
  Cause:
  
  Missing Configuration: The physical accelerator (like SAP HANA or another database) has not been configured or selected in the system settings.
  Incorrect Settings: The settings for the data source or the query may not be correctly pointing to a physical accelerator.
  System Environment: The environment may not have the necessary components installed or properly configured to support the physical accelerator.
  
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Select a Physical Accelerator:
  
  Go to the relevant transaction or configuration area in SAP BW or HANA.
  Ensure that a physical