How To Fix RSCV636 - &2 indexes are missing in the database from the fact table of InfoCube &1

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

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

• Message number: 636

• Message text: &2 indexes are missing in the database from the fact table of InfoCube &1

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message RSCV636 - &2 indexes are missing in the database from the fact table of InfoCube &1 ?

  The SAP error message RSCV636 indicates that certain indexes are missing in the database for a fact table of an InfoCube. This typically occurs in the context of SAP BW (Business Warehouse) when the system is trying to access data from an InfoCube, but it cannot find the necessary database indexes that are required for efficient data retrieval.
  Cause:
  
  
  Missing Indexes: The primary cause of this error is that the required indexes for the fact table in the InfoCube are not present in the database. This can happen due to various reasons, such as:
  
  The indexes were not created during the InfoCube activation.
  The indexes were dropped or became corrupted.
  There was an issue during the data loading process that prevented the indexes from being created.
  
  
  
  Database Issues: Sometimes, underlying database issues or misconfigurations can lead to missing indexes.
  
  
  Transport Issues: If the InfoCube was transported from one system to another, the indexes may not have been transported correctly.
  
  
  Solution:
  To resolve the RSCV636 error, you can follow these steps:
  
  
  Rebuild Indexes:
  
  Go to the Data Warehousing Workbench (transaction RSA1).
  Navigate to the InfoCube in question.
  Right-click on the InfoCube and select "Manage" or "Activate" to trigger the creation of the necessary indexes.
  You can also use the transaction RSBMD to manage and rebuild the indexes.
  
  
  
  Check for Errors:
  
  Review the logs for any errors that occurred during the activation or data loading process. This can provide insights into why the indexes are missing.
  
  
  
  Database Administration:
  
  If you have access to the database, you can check the database directly to see if the indexes exist. Use database tools or SQL queries to verify the presence of the required indexes.
  
  
  
  Transport Check:
  
  If the InfoCube was recently transported, ensure that all related objects, including indexes, were included in the transport request.
  
  
  
  Consult SAP Notes:
  
  Check the SAP Support Portal for any relevant SAP Notes that may address this specific error or provide additional troubleshooting steps.
  
  
  
  System Restart:
  
  In some cases, a system restart may help resolve temporary issues related to database connections or locks.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as RSA1 (Data Warehousing Workbench), RSCUSTV10 (Customizing for BW), and RSBMD (Manage InfoCube).
  SAP BW Documentation: Review SAP BW documentation for best practices on InfoCube management and index handling.
  Performance Considerations: Understand the importance of indexes in database performance, especially in data warehousing scenarios where large volumes of data are processed.
  
  If the issue persists after following these steps, it may be necessary to engage SAP support for further assistance.