How To Fix RSCRM259 - No entry for MDX_LARGE_INTERVAL_KEY in RSADMIN; see note 671672

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: RSCRM - RSCRM: Messages

• Message number: 259

• Message text: No entry for MDX_LARGE_INTERVAL_KEY in RSADMIN; see note 671672

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message RSCRM259 - No entry for MDX_LARGE_INTERVAL_KEY in RSADMIN; see note 671672 ?

  The SAP error message RSCRM259 indicates that there is no entry for MDX_LARGE_INTERVAL_KEY in the RSADMIN table. This error typically arises in the context of SAP BW (Business Warehouse) when dealing with MDX (Multidimensional Expressions) queries, particularly when large intervals are involved.
  Cause:
  The error is caused by the absence of a specific configuration entry in the RSADMIN table that is required for processing large intervals in MDX queries. This can happen due to:
  
  Missing Configuration: The necessary entry for MDX_LARGE_INTERVAL_KEY has not been created in the RSADMIN table.
  System Upgrade or Migration: If the system has been upgraded or migrated, certain configurations may not have been carried over properly.
  Incorrect Settings: The settings in the BW system may not be correctly configured to handle large intervals.
  
  Solution:
  To resolve the RSCRM259 error, you can follow these steps:
  
  
  Check the RSADMIN Table:
  
  Go to transaction code SE11 (Data Dictionary) and enter RSADMIN to check the entries in the table.
  Look for the entry related to MDX_LARGE_INTERVAL_KEY.
  
  
  
  Create or Update the Entry:
  
  If the entry is missing, you may need to create it. The specific value to be set can be found in SAP Note 671672.
  If the entry exists but is incorrect, update it with the correct value.
  
  
  
  Refer to SAP Note 671672:
  
  This note provides detailed information about the error and the necessary steps to resolve it. It may include specific values or configurations that need to be applied.
  
  
  
  Restart the BW System:
  
  After making changes to the RSADMIN table, it may be necessary to restart the BW system or the relevant services to ensure that the changes take effect.
  
  
  
  Test the MDX Query:
  
  After making the necessary changes, re-run the MDX query that was causing the error to verify that the issue has been resolved.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  SAP Notes: Always check for the latest SAP Notes related to your issue, as they may provide additional insights or updates.
  Documentation: Review the SAP BW documentation for information on MDX queries and configuration settings.
  Support: If the issue persists after following the above steps, consider reaching out to SAP support for further assistance.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the RSCRM259 error and ensure that your MDX queries can handle large intervals correctly.