How To Fix RSAU590 - Key figures updated with ADD despite before / after image

RSAU590 - Overview

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: RSAU - Update rules

• Message number: 590

• Message text: Key figures updated with ADD despite before / after image

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message RSAU590 - Key figures updated with ADD despite before / after image ?

  The SAP error message RSAU590 indicates that key figures in a data warehouse or reporting environment have been updated using the ADD method, even though there is a before/after image available. This situation typically arises in the context of data extraction and loading processes, particularly when working with SAP BW (Business Warehouse) or SAP HANA.
  
  Cause:
  
  Data Update Method: The error suggests that the system attempted to update key figures using the ADD method instead of the expected overwrite or delta method. This can happen if the data load process is not configured correctly.
  Data Source Configuration: The data source may not be set up to handle before/after images properly, leading to incorrect handling of key figure updates.
  Inconsistent Data: There may be inconsistencies in the data being loaded, such as missing or incorrect before/after images, which can cause the system to default to the ADD method.
  Transformation Logic: The transformation rules defined in the