How To Fix RSD_TREX034 - BWA index has partitioning attribute '&1,&2' on fact index

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: RSD_TREX - Messages from TREX Aggregate Area

• Message number: 034

• Message text: BWA index has partitioning attribute '&1,&2' on fact index

What causes this issue?

The fact index for this BWA index has a partitioning attribute.
A partitioning attribute is created if a dimension table or the SID
table for a line item is very large. The partitioning attribute ensures
that the fact index and the index for the large table are distributed
equally in the BWA landscape. This reduces the amount of internal
communication required and improves the performance of the query
runtime.

System Response

The system issues an error message and will not allow you to continue with this transaction until the error is resolved.

How to fix this error?

Procedure for System Administrators

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message RSD_TREX034 - BWA index has partitioning attribute '&1,&2' on fact index ?

  The SAP error message RSD_TREX034 indicates that there is an issue with the BWA (Business Warehouse Accelerator) index related to partitioning attributes on a fact index. This error typically arises when there is a mismatch or inconsistency in the partitioning attributes defined for the BWA index.
  Cause:
  
  Partitioning Attributes Mismatch: The error usually occurs when the partitioning attributes defined in the BWA index do not match the attributes used in the fact table or the data model.
  Data Model Changes: If there have been recent changes to the data model, such as adding or removing attributes, this can lead to inconsistencies.
  Index Corruption: In some cases, the BWA index may become corrupted or not properly updated after changes in the underlying data model.
  
  Solution:
  
  Check Partitioning Attributes: Verify the partitioning attributes defined in the BWA index and ensure they match the attributes in the fact table. You can do this by checking the BWA index settings in the SAP BW system.
  Rebuild the Index: If there are inconsistencies, you may need to rebuild the BWA index. This can be done through the SAP BW administration tools. 
  
  Go to the BWA administration transaction (e.g., RSA1) and navigate to the relevant InfoProvider.
  Select the option to rebuild the index.
  
  
  Adjust Data Model: If the data model has changed, ensure that the BWA index is updated accordingly. This may involve adjusting the InfoObjects or the InfoProvider settings.
  Check for Errors in Data Loading: Ensure that there are no errors in the data loading process that could affect the BWA index. Check the data load logs for any issues.
  Consult SAP Notes: Look for relevant SAP Notes that may address this specific error. SAP frequently updates its knowledge base with solutions for known issues.
  
  Related Information:
  
  SAP BW Documentation: Review the official SAP BW documentation for detailed information on BWA index management and troubleshooting.
  SAP Community: Engage with the SAP Community forums where other users may have encountered similar issues and can provide insights or solutions.
  SAP Support: If the issue persists, consider reaching out to SAP Support for assistance, especially if it involves complex data model changes or potential bugs.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the RSD_TREX034 error and ensure that your BWA index is functioning correctly.