How To Fix RSDA266 - InfoProvider &2 and near-line object &3 are inconsistent in DAP &1

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: RSDA - BW Archiving: Messages

• Message number: 266

• Message text: InfoProvider &2 and near-line object &3 are inconsistent in DAP &1

What causes this issue?

The structure of InfoProvider &v2& for data archiving process (DAP) &v2&
was changed. However, the near-line object &v3&, which belongs to the
data archiving process, was not changed.

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?

First try to activate data archiving process &v1& again and continue the
archiving run.

Procedure for System Administrators

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message RSDA266 - InfoProvider &2 and near-line object &3 are inconsistent in DAP &1 ?

  The SAP error message RSDA266 indicates that there is an inconsistency between an InfoProvider and its associated near-line storage (NLS) object in the Data Access Process (DAP). This typically occurs in scenarios where data is being accessed from near-line storage, such as SAP IQ or other NLS solutions, and there is a mismatch in the metadata or configuration between the InfoProvider and the NLS object.
  Cause:
  
  Metadata Mismatch: The structure or metadata of the InfoProvider does not match the structure of the near-line object. This can happen if there have been changes to the InfoProvider (like adding or removing fields) without corresponding updates to the near-line object.
  Configuration Issues: Incorrect configuration settings in the near-line storage or the InfoProvider can lead to inconsistencies.
  Data Model Changes: Changes in the underlying data model or schema that are not reflected in the near-line storage can cause this error.
  Transport Issues: If the InfoProvider was transported from one system to another without the corresponding near-line object, inconsistencies can arise.
  
  Solution:
  
  Check Metadata: Verify that the metadata of the InfoProvider matches the metadata of the near-line object. You may need to regenerate or adjust the near-line object to ensure consistency.
  Recreate Near-Line Object: If the near-line object is significantly out of sync, consider recreating it based on the current structure of the InfoProvider.
  Update Configuration: Review and update the configuration settings for both the InfoProvider and the near-line storage to ensure they are aligned.
  Use Transaction Codes: Utilize transaction codes like RSDA to manage and check the settings of the near-line storage and InfoProviders.
  Check for Transport Issues: If the issue arose after a transport, ensure that all necessary objects were transported correctly and that the near-line storage is properly set up in the target system.
  
  Related Information:
  
  SAP Notes: Check SAP Notes related to RSDA266 for any specific patches or updates that may address known issues.
  Documentation: Review SAP documentation on near-line storage and InfoProviders to understand the expected configurations and best practices.
  Support: If the issue persists, consider reaching out to SAP support for assistance, providing them with detailed information about the error and the steps you have taken to resolve it.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify and resolve the inconsistency causing the RSDA266 error message.