How To Fix RSDA442 - Could not locate record mode in shadow change log

RSDA442 - Overview

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: RSDA - BW Archiving: Messages

• Message number: 442

• Message text: Could not locate record mode in shadow change log

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RSDA442 - Details

• The SAP error message RSDA442, which states "Could not locate record mode in shadow change log," typically occurs in the context of Data Warehousing, particularly when working with DataSources and the Data Transfer Process (DTP) in SAP BW (Business Warehouse). This error indicates that the system is unable to find the necessary record mode in the shadow change log, which is essential for processing delta loads.
  Causes:
  
  Missing Change Log Entries: The shadow change log may not have the required entries for the delta load, possibly due to data being deleted or not being properly logged.
  Incorrect Delta Initialization: If the delta initialization process was not executed correctly, it may lead to inconsistencies in the change log.
  DataSource 
  Configuration Issues: There may be issues with the configuration of the DataSource, such as incorrect settings or missing parameters.
  Data Transfer Process (DTP) Issues: The DTP might not be set up correctly, or it may be pointing