How To Fix RSCV547 - INFORMIX: Index &1 does not have the expected type: 'Detached Index'

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

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

• Message number: 547

• Message text: INFORMIX: Index &1 does not have the expected type: 'Detached Index'

What causes this issue?

Index &v1& does not have the expected type 'detached' (Index data
created separately of table data). Instead, the index was created
'attached', meaning that the index data is created together with the
table data. In certain circumstances, this can lead to poor
performance.

How to fix this error?

The index has to be repaired. Use a repair routine, that is assigned to
this analysis routine (function <PF>Remove errors </>in the transaction
<ZH>RSRV</>).

Error message extract from SAP system. Copyright SAP SE.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message RSCV547 - INFORMIX: Index &1 does not have the expected type: 'Detached Index' ?

  The SAP error message RSCV547 related to Informix indicates that there is an issue with an index in the database. Specifically, the error states that the index does not have the expected type of 'Detached Index'. This can occur in scenarios where the database schema or the index definitions are not aligned with what SAP expects.
  Cause:
  
  Index Type Mismatch: The index in question is not of the type that SAP expects. In this case, it should be a 'Detached Index', but it is not.
  Database Schema Changes: If there have been recent changes to the database schema or the index definitions, this could lead to inconsistencies.
  Corruption or Misconfiguration: There may be corruption in the index or misconfiguration in the database settings.
  
  Solution:
  
  Check Index Definition: Verify the definition of the index in the Informix database. Ensure that it is defined as a 'Detached Index'. You may need to consult the database documentation or your DBA for the correct index type.
  Recreate the Index: If the index is not of the expected type, you may need to drop and recreate it with the correct definition. Make sure to back up any necessary data before making changes.
  Database Consistency Check: Run a consistency check on the database to identify any other potential issues that may be causing this error.
  Consult SAP Notes: Check the SAP Support Portal for any relevant notes or patches that may address this specific error. There may be updates or fixes available that can resolve the issue.
  Contact Support: If the issue persists after trying the above solutions, consider reaching out to SAP support or your database administrator for further assistance.
  
  Related Information:
  
  SAP Notes: Always check for SAP Notes related to your specific version of SAP and Informix, as they may provide additional context or solutions.
  Database Documentation: Refer to Informix documentation for details on index types and how to manage them.
  Backup Procedures: Ensure that you have a backup of your database before making any changes to indexes or schema to prevent data loss.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to diagnose and resolve the RSCV547 error in your SAP environment.