How To Fix RSD_TREX136 - BWA index for InfoCube '&1' is "inactive". Read data from database.

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: RSD_TREX - Messages from TREX Aggregate Area

• Message number: 136

• Message text: BWA index for InfoCube '&1' is "inactive". Read data from database.

What causes this issue?

The setting in transaction RSDDB is "Query is sent to the database if
the BWA index is inactive", and BWA index '&V1&' is inactive.
The reason for the BWA index being active is as follows: A BWA index can
be set to inactive manually in transaction RSDDB. A BWA index can also
be set to inactive temporarily if the data in the indexes is currently
being updated, when a request is deleted for example. The index is then
soon set to active again.

System Response

The data is read from the database.

How to fix this error?

Check the settings in transaction RSDDB under the "BWA Index Settings"
tab page.

Procedure for System Administrators

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

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message RSD_TREX136 - BWA index for InfoCube '&1' is "inactive". Read data from database. ?

  The SAP error message RSD_TREX136 indicates that the BWA (Business Warehouse Accelerator) index for a specific InfoCube is inactive. This can prevent users from accessing data efficiently, as the BWA is designed to speed up query performance in SAP BW.
  Cause:
  The primary reasons for this error message can include:
  
  Index Inactivity: The BWA index for the InfoCube may have been deactivated or not created properly.
  Data Load Issues: There may have been issues during the data load process that caused the index to become inactive.
  System Configuration: Incorrect configuration settings in the BWA or BW system can lead to index issues.
  Maintenance Activities: Regular maintenance activities or updates may have inadvertently affected the index status.
  
  Solution:
  To resolve the RSD_TREX136 error, you can follow these steps:
  
  
  Check Index Status:
  
  Go to the SAP BW system and check the status of the BWA index for the affected InfoCube.
  You can do this using transaction code RSD1 (InfoProvider Maintenance) and navigating to the relevant InfoCube.
  
  
  
  Activate the Index:
  
  If the index is inactive, you can reactivate it. This can typically be done by:
  
  Going to the BWA administration transaction (e.g., RSD1 or RSBWA).
  Selecting the InfoCube and choosing the option to activate the index.
  
  
  
  
  
  Rebuild the Index:
  
  If reactivation does not work, you may need to rebuild the index. This can be done by:
  
  Deleting the existing index and creating a new one.
  Ensure that the data is loaded correctly before rebuilding the index.
  
  
  
  
  
  Check Data Load:
  
  Ensure that the data load process for the InfoCube is completed successfully. Check for any errors in the data load process that might have caused the index to become inactive.
  
  
  
  Review System Configuration:
  
  Verify the configuration settings for the BWA and BW system to ensure they are set up correctly.
  
  
  
  Consult SAP Notes:
  
  Check for any relevant SAP Notes that may address this specific error or provide additional troubleshooting steps.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  
  Transaction Codes:
  
  RSD1: InfoProvider Maintenance
  RSBWA: BWA Administration
  RSA1: Data Warehousing Workbench
  
  
  
  Documentation: Refer to SAP Help documentation for detailed information on BWA and InfoCubes.
  
  
  Performance Monitoring: Regularly monitor the performance of your BW system and BWA to ensure optimal operation.
  
  
  If the issue persists after following these steps, it may be beneficial to consult with your SAP Basis team or reach out to SAP support for further assistance.