How To Fix RS_PSA_DEP003 - Error determining partition data of PSA table &1

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: RS_PSA_DEP -

• Message number: 003

• Message text: Error determining partition data of PSA table &1

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message RS_PSA_DEP003 - Error determining partition data of PSA table &1 ?

  The SAP error message RS_PSA_DEP003, which states "Error determining partition data of PSA table &1," typically occurs in the context of data extraction and loading processes in SAP BW (Business Warehouse). This error indicates that there is an issue with accessing or processing the partitioned data in the Persistent Staging Area (PSA) table.
  Causes:
  
  Partitioning Issues: The PSA table may be partitioned, and there could be a problem with the partitioning scheme or the specific partition being accessed.
  Data Consistency: There may be inconsistencies or corruption in the data stored in the PSA table.
  Authorization Issues: The user executing the process may not have the necessary authorizations to access the PSA table.
  Technical Issues: There could be underlying technical issues with the database or the SAP BW system itself.
  Table Locking: The PSA table might be locked by another process, preventing access to the required data.
  
  Solutions:
  
  Check Partitioning: Verify the partitioning settings of the PSA table. Ensure that the partitions are correctly defined and that the relevant partition is available.
  Data Consistency Check: Run consistency checks on the PSA table to identify and resolve any data corruption issues. You can use transaction codes like RSA1 to access the Data Warehousing Workbench and check the PSA.
  Authorization Check: Ensure that the user has the necessary authorizations to access the PSA table. You may need to consult with your SAP security team to verify and adjust authorizations.
  Database Check: Check the underlying database for any issues. This may involve running database-specific tools to check for corruption or performance issues.
  Release Locks: If the table is locked, identify the process that is holding the lock and either wait for it to complete or terminate it if appropriate.
  Reprocess Data: If the issue persists, consider reprocessing the data load that led to the error. This may involve deleting erroneous records or reloading data from the source system.
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as RSA1 (Data Warehousing Workbench), RSMO (Monitor Data Loads), and RSPC (Process Chain Maintenance) for monitoring and managing data loads.
  SAP Notes: Check SAP Notes for any known issues or patches related to this error. You can search the SAP Support Portal for specific notes that address RS_PSA_DEP003.
  Logs and Traces: Review the application logs and traces for more detailed error messages that can provide additional context for troubleshooting.
  
  If the problem persists after trying the above solutions, it may be beneficial to consult with SAP support or your internal SAP BW team for further assistance.