How To Fix RS_DB_DB6585 - Index &1 for PSA table &2 in metadata does not exist on database

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

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

• Message number: 585

• Message text: Index &1 for PSA table &2 in metadata does not exist on database

What causes this issue?

An index that should be available according to SAP BW metadata does not
exist on the database.

System Response

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

How to fix this error?

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_DB6585 - Index &1 for PSA table &2 in metadata does not exist on database ?

  The SAP error message RS_DB_DB6585 indicates that there is a mismatch between the metadata in the SAP system and the actual database regarding the index for a Persistent Staging Area (PSA) table. Specifically, it means that the index defined in the metadata for a particular PSA table does not exist in the database.
  Cause:
  
  Metadata Mismatch: The metadata in the SAP system may have been updated or changed, but the corresponding changes were not applied to the database.
  Database Issues: The index may have been dropped or not created due to a database error or during a system upgrade or migration.
  Transport Issues: If the metadata was transported from one system to another, the transport might not have included the necessary database changes.
  Manual Changes: Manual changes to the database schema that were not reflected in the SAP metadata can lead to this error.
  
  Solution:
  
  Recreate the Index: You can manually recreate the missing index in the database. This can typically be done using SQL commands or through the database management tools.
  Check Metadata: Use transaction codes like RSA1 (Data Warehousing Workbench) to check the metadata for the PSA table and ensure it is correctly defined.
  Repair the Metadata: If the metadata is incorrect, you may need to repair it. This can involve deleting and re-creating the PSA table or using specific SAP tools to synchronize the metadata with the database.
  Transport Requests: If the issue arose from a transport, ensure that all necessary transport requests have been properly imported and that they include the database changes.
  Database Consistency Check: Run consistency checks on the database to identify and resolve any discrepancies between the metadata and the actual database structure.
  
  Related Information:
  
  SAP Notes: Check SAP Notes related to this error message for specific guidance and patches. SAP Notes often provide detailed steps for troubleshooting and resolving issues.
  Database Logs: Review database logs for any errors or warnings that might indicate why the index is missing.
  System Upgrade Documentation: If the issue occurred after a system upgrade, refer to the upgrade documentation for any steps related to database changes.
  SAP Community: Engage with the SAP Community forums for insights from other users who may have encountered similar issues.
  
  If the problem persists after trying the above solutions, it may be beneficial to consult with your SAP Basis team or SAP support for further assistance.