How To Fix RSCV590 - DB2/UDB: Partitioning key for table &1 is missing or incorrect.

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

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

• Message number: 590

• Message text: DB2/UDB: Partitioning key for table &1 is missing or incorrect.

What causes this issue?

When activating table &V1&, an error occurred.

System Response

If the partitioning key is missing or incorrect, the data is not or is
badly distributed in a multiple partition system. The performance of
read accesses for this table is therefore reduced.

How to fix this error?

The data must be repartitioned. Note 648432 describes the procedure.
All tables are checked and if necessary repartitioned. Repartioning
individual tables is not possible.

Error message extract from SAP system. Copyright SAP SE.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message RSCV590 - DB2/UDB: Partitioning key for table &1 is missing or incorrect. ?

  The SAP error message RSCV590 DB2/UDB: Partitioning key for table &1 is missing or incorrect typically occurs in the context of using DB2 as the database for SAP applications, particularly when dealing with partitioned tables. This error indicates that there is an issue with the partitioning key for a specific table, which is crucial for the database to correctly manage and access the data stored in that table.
  Cause:
  
  Missing Partitioning Key: The table in question may not have a defined partitioning key, which is necessary for DB2 to understand how to distribute the data across different partitions.
  Incorrect Partitioning Key: The partitioning key defined for the table may not match the actual data or the expected key values, leading to inconsistencies.
  Database Configuration Issues: There may be issues with the database configuration or the way the table was created or altered.
  Data Migration or Upgrade Issues: If the database was recently migrated or upgraded, the partitioning settings may not have been correctly applied.
  
  Solution:
  
  Check Table Definition: Verify the table definition in the database to ensure that the partitioning key is correctly defined. You can use SQL queries to inspect the table schema.
  Review Partitioning Strategy: Ensure that the partitioning strategy aligns with the data model and that the partitioning key is appropriate for the data being stored.
  Recreate or Alter the Table: If the partitioning key is missing or incorrect, you may need to alter the table to add or correct the partitioning key. This may involve recreating the table with the correct partitioning settings.
  Consult SAP Notes: Check the SAP Support Portal for any relevant SAP Notes that may address this specific error or provide guidance on partitioning issues with DB2.
  Database Administration: Involve your database administrator to ensure that the DB2 database is configured correctly and that any necessary maintenance tasks are performed.
  
  Related Information:
  
  DB2 Documentation: Refer to the official IBM DB2 documentation for detailed information on partitioning tables and managing partitioning keys.
  SAP Help Portal: The SAP Help Portal may have specific guidelines and best practices for configuring DB2 with SAP applications.
  SAP Community: Engage with the SAP Community forums to see if other users have encountered similar issues and what solutions they have found.
  
  If the problem persists after trying the above solutions, it may be necessary to escalate the issue to SAP support for further assistance.