How To Fix RS_SMA139 - Table will not be splitted: Only & hosts, but &2 would be required

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: RS_SMA -

• Message number: 139

• Message text: Table will not be splitted: Only & hosts, but &2 would be required

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message RS_SMA139 - Table will not be splitted: Only & hosts, but &2 would be required ?

  The SAP error message RS_SMA139 indicates that a table cannot be split because the number of available hosts is insufficient for the required number of hosts. This typically occurs in the context of SAP's data distribution and parallel processing, particularly when using the SAP BW (Business Warehouse) or SAP HANA systems.
  Cause:
  The error message is triggered when the system attempts to split a table for parallel processing, but the number of hosts (or application servers) available is less than what is required for the operation. The message format is as follows:
  
  Only &1 hosts: This indicates the number of hosts currently available.
  but &2 would be required: This indicates the number of hosts that are needed to perform the operation.
  
  Solution:
  To resolve this error, you can take the following steps:
  
  
  Check Host Configuration:
  
  Ensure that the required number of application servers (hosts) are configured and available in your SAP system. You can check this in the SAP GUI under the transaction code SM51 (for active application servers).
  
  
  
  Adjust Parallel Processing Settings:
  
  If you have control over the parallel processing settings, you may want to adjust the parameters to reduce the number of required hosts. This can be done in the relevant configuration settings for the data processing job.
  
  
  
  Increase Available Hosts:
  
  If possible, add more application servers to your SAP landscape to meet the required number of hosts for the operation.
  
  
  
  Review Job Scheduling:
  
  If the operation is part of a scheduled job, review the job scheduling to ensure that it is not set to run during peak times when resources may be limited.
  
  
  
  Consult SAP Notes:
  
  Check the SAP Support Portal for any relevant SAP Notes that may address this specific error or provide additional guidance.
  
  
  
  Contact SAP Support:
  
  If the issue persists after trying the above solutions, consider reaching out to SAP Support for further assistance.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  
  Transaction Codes: 
  
  SM51: To view active application servers.
  SM37: To monitor job status and check for any related jobs that may be causing resource contention.
  
  
  
  Performance Tuning: 
  
  Consider reviewing the overall performance and resource allocation of your SAP system to ensure that it can handle the required workloads efficiently.
  
  
  
  Documentation: 
  
  Refer to SAP documentation for more details on parallel processing and data distribution in your specific SAP environment.
  
  
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to address the RS_SMA139 error and ensure that your SAP system can perform the required operations effectively.