How To Fix RSDA486 - Delta request &1 is the first nearline request for near-line object &2

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: RSDA - BW Archiving: Messages

• Message number: 486

• Message text: Delta request &1 is the first nearline request for near-line object &2

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message RSDA486 - Delta request &1 is the first nearline request for near-line object &2 ?

  The SAP error message RSDA486 indicates that a delta request is being processed for a near-line storage (NLS) object, but it is the first delta request for that object. This situation typically arises in the context of SAP BW (Business Warehouse) when working with near-line storage solutions, which are used to manage large volumes of data efficiently.
  Cause:
  The error occurs because the delta mechanism for the specified near-line object has not been initialized properly. This can happen for several reasons:
  
  The near-line object has not been fully loaded into the system yet.
  The delta initialization process has not been executed for the object.
  There may be configuration issues with the near-line storage setup.
  The data source might not be correctly set up to handle delta requests.
  
  Solution:
  To resolve the RSDA486 error, you can follow these steps:
  
  
  Check Initialization: Ensure that the delta initialization for the near-line object has been completed. You can do this by checking the status of the data load in the Data Warehousing Workbench (transaction RSA1).
  
  
  Perform Delta Initialization:
  
  Go to the DataSource in the Data Warehousing Workbench.
  Right-click on the DataSource and select "Initialize Delta".
  Follow the prompts to complete the initialization process.
  
  
  
  Verify Configuration: Check the configuration settings for the near-line storage object. Ensure that all necessary settings are correctly configured, including the connection to the near-line storage and the data source settings.
  
  
  Check Data Load: Make sure that the initial load of data into the near-line storage has been completed successfully. If there were any errors during the initial load, they need to be resolved before delta requests can be processed.
  
  
  Monitor Process Chains: If you are using process chains to manage data loads, ensure that the process chain for the near-line object has been executed successfully and that there are no errors in the logs.
  
  
  Consult Documentation: Refer to SAP documentation or notes related to near-line storage and delta processing for any specific instructions or troubleshooting steps.
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Near-Line Storage (NLS): NLS is a data management solution that allows organizations to store large volumes of data in a cost-effective manner while still providing access to that data for reporting and analysis.
  Delta Requests: Delta requests are used in SAP BW to extract only the changes (new or modified records) from the source system since the last data load, rather than reloading the entire dataset.
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that may provide additional insights or solutions related to this error message.
  
  If the issue persists after following these steps, it may be beneficial to consult with your SAP Basis or BW team for further investigation or to reach out to SAP support for assistance.