How To Fix RSCV842 - Expected: Partition by &1 (request ID)

RSCV842 - Overview

• Message type: E = Error

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

• Message number: 842

• Message text: Expected: Partition by &1 (request ID)

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message RSCV842 - Expected: Partition by &1 (request ID) ?

  The SAP error message RSCV842, which states "Expected: Partition by &1 (request ID)," typically occurs in the context of data extraction or data loading processes, particularly when dealing with SAP BW (Business Warehouse) or SAP HANA systems. This error indicates that the system expected a certain partitioning scheme for the data but did not find it as expected.
  
  Cause:
  
  Partitioning Mismatch: The error often arises when there is a mismatch between the expected partitioning of the data and the actual partitioning in the data source or target. This can happen if the data model has been changed or if there are inconsistencies in the data load process.
  Request ID Issues: The request ID mentioned in the error message may refer to a specific data load request that is not aligned with the expected partitioning.
  Data Source Configuration: Incorrect configuration of the data source or the InfoProvider can lead to this error, especially if the