How To Fix RSDA158 - InfoProvider &1 cannot be archived

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: RSDA - BW Archiving: Messages

• Message number: 158

• Message text: InfoProvider &1 cannot be archived

What causes this issue?

You are trying to archive an SAP HANA-optimized InfoCube with more than
255 characteristics on a BW system running with SAP HANA DB. This is
technically not possible with the current SAP HANA DB SQL engine. See
SAP Note 1890790.

System Response

InfoProvider &v1& cannot be archived.

How to fix this error?

Follow the instructions in SAP Note 1890790.

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.

Error message extract from SAP system. Copyright SAP SE.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message RSDA158 - InfoProvider &1 cannot be archived ?

  The SAP error message RSDA158 indicates that a specific InfoProvider cannot be archived. This error typically arises in the context of data archiving in SAP BW (Business Warehouse) or SAP HANA environments. Here are the common causes, potential solutions, and related information for this error:
  Causes:
  
  Active Data: The InfoProvider may still contain active data that has not been archived. If there are still records in the InfoProvider, archiving cannot proceed.
  Dependencies: There may be dependencies on the InfoProvider from other objects, such as queries, reports, or other InfoProviders that prevent archiving.
  Data Consistency: The InfoProvider may not be in a consistent state, which can happen if there are ongoing processes or if the InfoProvider has been modified recently.
  Archiving Settings: The archiving settings for the InfoProvider may not be correctly configured, leading to the inability to archive.
  
  Solutions:
  
  Check Active Data: Review the InfoProvider to ensure that there is no active data that needs to be archived. If there is, you may need to delete or archive this data first.
  Review Dependencies: Check for any dependencies on the InfoProvider. Ensure that there are no active queries or reports that rely on the data in the InfoProvider.
  Data Consistency Check: Perform a consistency check on the InfoProvider to ensure that it is in a valid state. You can use transaction codes like RSA1 to check the status of the InfoProvider.
  Adjust Archiving Settings: Review the archiving settings for the InfoProvider in the Data Warehousing Workbench. Ensure that the settings are correctly configured to allow archiving.
  Consult Documentation: Refer to SAP documentation or notes related to archiving processes for specific guidance on the InfoProvider in question.
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Use transaction codes like RSA1 (Data Warehousing Workbench) and SARA (Archive Administration) to manage InfoProviders and archiving processes.
  SAP Notes: Check for relevant SAP Notes that may provide additional insights or fixes related to the RSDA158 error.
  SAP Community: Engage with the SAP Community forums for discussions and solutions shared by other users who may have encountered similar issues.
  
  If the problem persists after trying the above solutions, it may be beneficial to consult with your SAP Basis or BW team for further investigation and support.