How To Fix RSCV119 - A BITMAP index for index &, field &2 (cat. &3) improves response times

RSCV119 - Overview

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: RSCV - Analysis of BW objects (InfoCubes...)

• Message number: 119

• Message text: A BITMAP index for index &, field &2 (cat. &3) improves response times

What causes this issue?

When checking the indexes on the database either an index was found that
is not of type BITMAP, or the BITMAP index is indicated as invalid on
the database.

System Response

The database access to the InfoCube is not optimal. This often leads to
long response times in the system, even with small quantities of data.

How to fix this error?

Choose the symbol for <ZK>Remove errors</> and create new indexes.
You can also do this in the DataWarehousing Workbench under <ZK>Maintain
InfoCube content</>.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message RSCV119 - A BITMAP index for index &, field &2 (cat. &3) improves response times ?

  The SAP error message RSCV119 is a performance-related message that suggests the creation of a bitmap index for a specific field in a database table. This message typically appears in the context of SAP BW (Business Warehouse) or other SAP applications that utilize database indexing for performance optimization.
  
  Cause:
  The message indicates that the current indexing strategy for a particular field (or fields) in a database table is not optimal for query performance. Bitmap indexes are particularly useful for columns with a low cardinality (i.e., a limited number of distinct values), as they can significantly speed up query response times by allowing the database to quickly filter and access relevant rows.
  
  Solution:
  To resolve this issue, you can take the following steps:
  
  
  Analyze the Field: Determine the cardinality of the field mentioned in the error message. If it has a low number of distinct values, a bitmap index may be beneficial.
  
  
  Create a Bitmap Index:
  
  If you