How To Fix RS_DB_DB6611 - InfoObject has inconsistent table layout

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

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

• Message number: 611

• Message text: InfoObject has inconsistent table layout

What causes this issue?

For InfoObjects, the following table layouts are allowed:
Tables S/X/Y must be consistently either row-organized or
column-organized.
Tables P/Q/T must be consistently either row-organized or
column-organized.
If tables S/X/Y are row-organized, tables P/Q/T must also be
row-organized.
One of these rules has been violated for your InfoObject.

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?

Check which of the valid table layouts might be the best choice. If
needed, change the <NP>RSADMIN </>parameters <NP>DB6_IOBJ_USE_CDE </>and
<NP>DB6_IOBJ_PQT_USE_CDE</>. Then use program <NP>DB6CONV</> to convert
the InfoObject to the desired table organization.
For more information about the <NP>RSADMIN </>parameters, see the
database administration guide <ZK>SAP Business Warehouse on IBM Db2 for
Linux, UNIX, and Windows</> at http://help.sap.com/viewer/db6_bw. For
more information about <NP>DB6CONV</>, see SAP Note 1513862.
If you cannot solve the issue using program <NP>DB6CONV</>, report an
incident on component BW-SYS-DB-DB6.

Procedure for System Administrators

Error message extract from SAP system. Copyright SAP SE.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message RS_DB_DB6611 - InfoObject has inconsistent table layout ?

  The SAP error message RS_DB_DB6611 indicates that there is an inconsistency in the table layout of an InfoObject in the SAP BW (Business Warehouse) system. This error typically arises when there are discrepancies between the metadata definitions of the InfoObject and the actual database table structure.
  Cause:
  
  Metadata Changes: Changes made to the InfoObject (like adding or removing attributes, changing data types, etc.) without properly adjusting the underlying database table can lead to inconsistencies.
  Transport Issues: If the InfoObject was transported from one system to another (e.g., from development to production) and the transport did not include all necessary changes, this can cause inconsistencies.
  Manual Changes: Direct changes made to the database tables outside of the SAP BW environment can lead to mismatches with the InfoObject definitions.
  Data Model Changes: Changes in the data model that are not reflected in the InfoObject can also lead to this error.
  
  Solution:
  To resolve the RS_DB_DB6611 error, you can follow these steps:
  
  
  Check the InfoObject Definition:
  
  Go to the InfoObject in the SAP BW modeling tools and verify its definition. Ensure that all attributes, data types, and properties are correctly defined.
  
  
  
  Rebuild the Table:
  
  Use the transaction code RSA1 to access the Data Warehousing Workbench.
  Navigate to the InfoObject and check for any inconsistencies.
  You may need to activate the InfoObject again, which can trigger a rebuild of the associated database table.
  
  
  
  Use the Repair Function:
  
  In some cases, you can use the repair function available in the Data Warehousing Workbench. This can help to synchronize the InfoObject definition with the database table.
  
  
  
  Check Transport Logs:
  
  If the issue arose after a transport, check the transport logs to ensure that all necessary objects were transported correctly.
  
  
  
  Database Consistency Check:
  
  Run a consistency check on the database tables associated with the InfoObject. This can help identify any discrepancies.
  
  
  
  Consult 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 can resolve the issue.
  
  
  
  Backup and Restore:
  
  If the issue persists and you have a backup of the InfoObject or the database, consider restoring from backup as a last resort.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: 
  
  RSA1: Data Warehousing Workbench
  RSD1: InfoObject Maintenance
  RSD2: InfoObject Catalog
  
  
  SAP Notes: Always check for the latest SAP Notes related to your version of SAP BW for specific fixes or recommendations.
  Documentation: Refer to SAP Help documentation for detailed information on InfoObjects and their management.
  
  If the problem persists after trying the above solutions, it may be beneficial to consult with your SAP Basis or BW team for further assistance, as they may have more tools and access to diagnose the issue in depth.