How To Fix RS_PSA_DEL021 - Content cannot be written for variants with patterns

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: RS_PSA_DEL -

• Message number: 021

• Message text: Content cannot be written for variants with patterns

What causes this issue?

No content can be written for variants with patterns.
DataSource name <(>&<)>1 or source system name <(>&<)>2 contain patterns
or are not specified.

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?

Enter the complete DataSource name as well as the complete source system
name.

Procedure for System Administrators

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message RS_PSA_DEL021 - Content cannot be written for variants with patterns ?

  The SAP error message RS_PSA_DEL021 indicates that there is an issue with trying to delete data from a Persistent Staging Area (PSA) in SAP BW (Business Warehouse) when the deletion is attempted using a variant that includes patterns. This error typically arises when the deletion process is not able to handle the specified variant due to the presence of patterns in the selection criteria.
  Cause:
  The primary cause of this error is that the deletion variant you are using includes patterns (wildcards) in its selection criteria. SAP BW does not allow the deletion of data from the PSA using such variants because it cannot determine the specific records to delete when patterns are involved.
  Solution:
  To resolve the RS_PSA_DEL021 error, you can take the following steps:
  
  
  Modify the Deletion Variant:
  
  Go to the variant that you are using for the deletion process.
  Remove any patterns or wildcards from the selection criteria. Ensure that the variant specifies exact values instead of using patterns.
  
  
  
  Create a New Variant:
  
  If modifying the existing variant is not feasible, consider creating a new deletion variant that does not include patterns. Use specific values for the selection criteria.
  
  
  
  Use Direct Deletion:
  
  If applicable, you can also perform a direct deletion from the PSA without using a variant. This can be done through the Data Warehousing Workbench or the PSA management transaction.
  
  
  
  Check Authorization:
  
  Ensure that you have the necessary authorizations to perform deletion operations in the PSA.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Refer to SAP documentation or help resources for more detailed information on managing PSA data and handling deletion operations.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  PSA (Persistent Staging Area): The PSA is a temporary storage area in SAP BW where data is stored after being extracted from the source system and before being transformed and loaded into the data warehouse.
  Variants in SAP BW: Variants are predefined sets of parameters that can be reused in various processes, including data loading and deletion. They help streamline operations but must be configured correctly to avoid errors.
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that may provide additional insights or updates regarding this error message.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the RS_PSA_DEL021 error and successfully manage your PSA data.