How To Fix RSDA429 - The near-line object has a valid delta request. Merge required.

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: RSDA - BW Archiving: Messages

• Message number: 429

• Message text: The near-line object has a valid delta request. Merge required.

What causes this issue?

The near-line request contains open delta requests. Before you can
disable straggler management, you need to merge all valid delta requests
of all archiving requests. Here we recommend using the delta request
monitor, which you can run using report RSDA_REQUEST_MONITOR.

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 RSDA429 - The near-line object has a valid delta request. Merge required. ?

  The SAP error message RSDA429 indicates that there is a valid delta request for a near-line storage (NLS) object, and a merge operation is required. This typically occurs in the context of SAP BW (Business Warehouse) when dealing with near-line storage for data that has been archived or moved to a lower-cost storage solution.
  Cause:
  The error arises when:
  
  There are delta requests that have not been merged into the main data set in the near-line storage.
  The system requires a merge operation to consolidate the delta data with the main data set to ensure data integrity and consistency.
  The delta requests may be pending due to previous merge operations not being completed or due to system issues.
  
  Solution:
  To resolve the RSDA429 error, you can follow these steps:
  
  
  Check Delta Requests: Use transaction code RSA1 to check the status of the delta requests for the specific near-line object. Identify any pending delta requests that need to be merged.
  
  
  Perform Merge Operation:
  
  Navigate to the near-line storage management area in SAP BW.
  Execute the merge operation for the relevant near-line object. This can typically be done through the Data Warehousing Workbench (RSA1) or using specific transaction codes related to near-line storage management.
  Ensure that the merge process completes successfully without any errors.
  
  
  
  Monitor the Process: After initiating the merge, monitor the process to ensure that it completes successfully. Check for any additional error messages that may arise during the merge.
  
  
  Check for Locks: Ensure that there are no locks on the near-line storage object that could prevent the merge from completing. You can use transaction code SM12 to check for locks.
  
  
  Review Logs: If the merge fails, review the logs for any specific error messages that can provide more insight into the issue. This can help in troubleshooting further.
  
  
  Consult Documentation: Refer to SAP documentation or notes related to near-line storage and delta requests for any specific guidelines or updates that may be relevant to your version of SAP BW.
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Near-Line Storage (NLS): NLS is a storage solution in SAP BW that allows for the efficient management of large volumes of data by moving less frequently accessed data to lower-cost storage while keeping it accessible for reporting and analysis.
  Delta Requests: Delta requests are used in data extraction processes to capture changes (inserts, updates, deletes) that occur in the source system after the initial data load.
  SAP Notes: Check SAP Notes for any known issues or patches related to RSDA429 or near-line storage operations. You can search for relevant notes in the SAP Support Portal.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the RSDA429 error and successfully merge the delta requests for your near-line object.