How To Fix RS_DB_DB6565 - Metadata and index layout for &1 differ regarding uniqueness definition

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: RS_DB_DB6 - DB6-Specific Messages in SAP BW

• Message number: 565

• Message text: Metadata and index layout for &1 differ regarding uniqueness definition

What causes this issue?

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

System Response

How to fix this error?

For InfoCubes, you can use transaction <NP>RSRV</> to check and repair
indexes. If this does not solve your issue, report an incident on
component BW-SYS-DB-DB6.
For BW objects other than InfoCubes, there is no index repair available.
Report an incident on component BW-SYS-DB-DB6.

Procedure for System Administrators

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message RS_DB_DB6565 - Metadata and index layout for &1 differ regarding uniqueness definition ?

  The SAP error message RS_DB_DB6565 indicates that there is a discrepancy between the metadata and the index layout regarding the uniqueness definition of a database object, typically in the context of SAP BW (Business Warehouse) or SAP HANA. This error usually arises when there is a mismatch in the definitions of the data model, such as InfoObjects, InfoProviders, or other database objects.
  Cause:
  
  Metadata Changes: Changes made to the metadata of an InfoProvider or InfoObject that are not reflected in the underlying database structure.
  Inconsistent Definitions: The uniqueness constraints defined in the metadata do not match those defined in the database index.
  Transport Issues: If changes were transported from one system to another (e.g., from development to production), inconsistencies may arise if the transport was not executed correctly.
  Manual Changes: Manual changes made directly in the database or through SQL that do not align with the SAP metadata definitions.
  
  Solution:
  To resolve the RS_DB_DB6565 error, you can follow these steps:
  
  
  Check Metadata and Index Definitions:
  
  Use transaction codes like RSA1 (Data Warehousing Workbench) to check the definitions of the InfoProvider or InfoObject.
  Compare the uniqueness constraints in the metadata with those in the database.
  
  
  
  Rebuild the Index:
  
  If the index is out of sync, you may need to rebuild it. This can often be done through the Data Warehousing Workbench or by using specific database administration tools.
  
  
  
  Activate the InfoProvider:
  
  Sometimes, simply reactivating the InfoProvider can resolve the issue. This can be done in RSA1 by selecting the InfoProvider and choosing the "Activate" option.
  
  
  
  Check for Transport Issues:
  
  If the issue arose after a transport, ensure that all related objects were transported correctly. You may need to re-transport or manually adjust the definitions.
  
  
  
  Use SAP Notes:
  
  Check the SAP Support Portal for any relevant SAP Notes that may address this specific error. There may be patches or updates that resolve known issues.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Review SAP documentation or community forums for additional insights or similar cases.
  
  
  
  Database Administration:
  
  If you have access to the database, you may need to run specific SQL commands to check the integrity of the database objects and ensure they align with the SAP definitions.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  SAP Notes: Always check for relevant SAP Notes that may provide specific fixes or workarounds for this error.
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with transaction codes like RSA1, SE11 (Data Dictionary), and SE14 (Database Utility) for managing and troubleshooting database objects.
  SAP Community: Engage with the SAP Community forums for discussions and solutions shared by other users who may have encountered similar issues.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify and resolve the cause of the RS_DB_DB6565 error in your SAP environment.