How To Fix RSB4HANA038 - Metadata export not supported in B4H mode

RSB4HANA038 - Overview

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: RSB4HANA - B4HANA

• Message number: 038

• Message text: Metadata export not supported in B4H mode

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message RSB4HANA038 - Metadata export not supported in B4H mode ?

  The SAP error message RSB4HANA038 indicates that a metadata export is not supported in the B4H (Business Warehouse for HANA) mode. This error typically arises when you attempt to perform operations that involve metadata export in a system configured for B4H, which does not support this functionality.
  
  Cause:
  The primary cause of this error is that the B4H mode is designed to work with HANA-specific data models and does not support the traditional metadata export functionalities that are available in other modes (like BW on traditional databases). This limitation is due to the architectural differences and optimizations in the B4H environment.
  
  Solution:
  To resolve this error, consider the following approaches:
  
  
  Check Configuration: Ensure that you are not trying to perform operations that are not supported in B4H mode. Review the documentation for B4H to understand the limitations and supported functionalities.
  
  
  Use Alternative Methods: If you need to export metadata, look for alternative methods that are compatible