How To Fix RSDA501 - You cannot change storage type (ADK and/or near-line connection)

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: RSDA - BW Archiving: Messages

• Message number: 501

• Message text: You cannot change storage type (ADK and/or near-line connection)

What causes this issue?

You want to change the type of storage from '&v1&' to '&v2&'. It cannot
be changed, however, since data was already archived.
The key values have the following meanings:
<ZH><NP>' '</></>,,Offline archiving with ADK,,
<ZH><NP>'A'</></>,,Near-line archiving with ADK,,
<ZH><NP>'N'</></>,,Near-line archiving without ADK,,

The system issues an error message and will not allow you to continue with this transaction until the error is resolved.

System Response

The data archiving process for InfoProvider &v3& cannot be activated.

How to fix this error?

To change the type of storage, you must first reload all the archived
data of the InfoProvider or delete the data archiving process and create
it again.

Procedure for System Administrators

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Smart SAP Assistant

• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message RSDA501 - You cannot change storage type (ADK and/or near-line connection) ?

  The SAP error message RSDA501 indicates that there is an issue with changing the storage type for a DataStore Object (DSO) that is configured to use ADK (Archive Development Kit) or a near-line storage (NLS) connection. This error typically arises when you attempt to modify the storage type of a DSO that is already linked to these storage mechanisms.
  Cause:
  
  Existing Configuration: The DSO is already configured to use ADK or a near-line storage connection, and SAP does not allow changes to the storage type in this state.
  Data Integrity: Changing the storage type could potentially lead to data integrity issues, especially if data is already archived or stored in a near-line storage system.
  System Restrictions: SAP has built-in restrictions to prevent changes that could disrupt the functioning of the data storage and retrieval processes.
  
  Solution:
  
  Review Configuration: Check the current configuration of the DSO to understand its storage type settings. You can do this in the Data Warehousing Workbench (transaction RSA1).
  Remove ADK/NLS Configuration: If you need to change the storage type, you may need to first remove the ADK or near-line storage configuration. This can typically be done by:
  
  Going to the DSO settings in RSA1.
  Navigating to the storage settings and removing the ADK or NLS configuration.
  Ensure that there are no active data requests or processes that depend on this configuration.
  
  
  Backup Data: Before making any changes, ensure that you have a backup of your data to prevent any loss during the reconfiguration process.
  Consult Documentation: Refer to SAP documentation or notes related to your specific version of SAP BW/BI for detailed steps and considerations when changing storage types.
  Testing: After making changes, conduct thorough testing to ensure that the DSO functions correctly with the new storage type.
  
  Related Information:
  
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that may provide additional insights or updates regarding this error message.
  SAP Community: Engage with the SAP Community forums for discussions and solutions shared by other users who may have encountered similar issues.
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as RSA1 (Data Warehousing Workbench) and others that may assist in managing DataStore Objects and their configurations.
  
  If the issue persists after following these steps, consider reaching out to SAP support for further assistance.