How To Fix RS_PSA_DEP082 - Metadata (checkbox "extended table") changed

RS_PSA_DEP082 - Overview

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: RS_PSA_DEP -

• Message number: 082

• Message text: Metadata (checkbox "extended table") changed

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message RS_PSA_DEP082 - Metadata (checkbox "extended table") changed ?

  The SAP error message RS_PSA_DEP082 indicates that there has been a change in the metadata of a DataSource, specifically related to the "extended table" checkbox in the DataSource settings. This typically occurs in the context of SAP BW (Business Warehouse) when working with Persistent Staging Area (PSA) tables.
  
  Cause:
  The error is triggered when the metadata of a DataSource has been modified after data has already been loaded into the PSA. The "extended table" checkbox is used to define whether the DataSource should use an extended table structure, which can affect how data is stored and processed. If this setting is changed, it can lead to inconsistencies between the existing data in the PSA and the new metadata definition.
  
  Solution:
  To resolve the RS_PSA_DEP082 error, you can follow these steps:
  
  
  Check the DataSource Settings:
  
  Go to the DataSource in the SAP BW system and verify the settings, particularly the "extended table" checkbox. Ensure that it is