How To Fix RS_PSA_DEP025 - Extended table flag cannot be changed because a conversion is running

RS_PSA_DEP025 - Overview

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: RS_PSA_DEP -

• Message number: 025

• Message text: Extended table flag cannot be changed because a conversion is running

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message RS_PSA_DEP025 - Extended table flag cannot be changed because a conversion is running ?

  The SAP error message RS_PSA_DEP025 indicates that the extended table flag for a Persistent Staging Area (PSA) table cannot be changed because a conversion process is currently running. This typically occurs in the context of data extraction and loading processes in SAP BW (Business Warehouse).
  
  Cause:
  The error is caused by an ongoing data conversion process that is modifying the structure or data of the PSA table. When a conversion is in progress, the system locks the table to prevent changes that could lead to inconsistencies or data corruption. The extended table flag is a property that can be set to indicate that the table should be treated as an extended table, which may involve changes to its structure.
  
  Solution:
  To resolve this error, you can follow these steps:
  
  
  Check for Running Processes: 
  
  Use transaction code SM37 to check for any active background jobs that might be performing data loading or conversion processes related to