How To Fix RSDA431 - Straggler management is only possible in BW on SAP HANA

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: RSDA - BW Archiving: Messages

• Message number: 431

• Message text: Straggler management is only possible in BW on SAP HANA

What causes this issue?

Straggler management requires transactional data record activation for
DataStore objects. This feature is currently only provided by SAP HANA.

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 RSDA431 - Straggler management is only possible in BW on SAP HANA ?

  The SAP error message RSDA431 indicates that straggler management is only available in BW (Business Warehouse) on SAP HANA. This error typically arises when you are trying to use straggler management features in a BW system that is not running on the SAP HANA database.
  Cause:
  The primary cause of this error is that the straggler management feature, which is designed to optimize data loading processes by managing slow-running processes (stragglers), is only supported in BW systems that are based on the SAP HANA database. If you are using an older database system (like Oracle, SQL Server, etc.), this feature will not be available, leading to the RSDA431 error.
  Solution:
  To resolve this error, you have a few options:
  
  
  Upgrade to BW on SAP HANA: If feasible, consider migrating your BW system to run on the SAP HANA database. This will enable you to utilize the straggler management feature along with other performance improvements that come with HANA.
  
  
  Disable Straggler Management: If upgrading is not an option, you can modify your data loading process to avoid using straggler management. This may involve adjusting your data load settings or using alternative methods for managing data loads.
  
  
  Check for Configuration Issues: Ensure that your BW system is correctly configured and that you are not inadvertently trying to use features that are not supported by your current database.
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  SAP Notes and Documentation: Check SAP Notes related to RSDA431 for any updates or specific guidance from SAP. You can search the SAP Support Portal for relevant notes.
  BW on HANA Features: Familiarize yourself with the features and benefits of BW on HANA, as this can help you understand the advantages of migrating.
  Performance Tuning: If you are facing performance issues with data loading, consider other performance tuning techniques that are applicable to your current database system.
  
  By addressing the underlying cause of the RSDA431 error, you can either enable the desired functionality by upgrading or find alternative methods to manage your data loads effectively.