How To Fix RSDBMAN013 - - E fact table is not read because &1 is not compressed

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: RSDBMAN -

• Message number: 013

• Message text: - E fact table is not read because &1 is not compressed

What causes this issue?

Since the InfoCube has not yet been compressed, the E fact table does
not contain any data and does not need to be read.

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 RSDBMAN013 - - E fact table is not read because &1 is not compressed ?

  The SAP error message RSDBMAN013 indicates that a fact table is not being read because it is not compressed. This typically occurs in the context of SAP BW (Business Warehouse) or SAP HANA environments where data compression is a requirement for certain operations, particularly when dealing with large datasets in fact tables.
  Cause:
  The error arises when the system attempts to access a fact table that has not been compressed. Compression is important in SAP BW because it reduces the size of the data, improves performance, and optimizes storage. If a fact table is not compressed, the system may not be able to read it efficiently or at all, leading to this error message.
  Solution:
  To resolve the RSDBMAN013 error, you can take the following steps:
  
  
  Compress the Fact Table:
  
  Navigate to the Data Warehousing Workbench (transaction code RSA1).
  Locate the InfoCube or DataStore Object (DSO) that contains the fact table.
  Use the "Manage" option to compress the data. This can usually be done by selecting the InfoCube and choosing the "Compress" option from the menu.
  Follow the prompts to complete the compression process.
  
  
  
  Check for Data Loading Issues:
  
  Ensure that there are no issues with the data loading process that might have prevented the fact table from being compressed.
  Review the data load logs for any errors or warnings that might indicate why the compression did not occur.
  
  
  
  Reprocess the Data:
  
  If the fact table was recently loaded and not compressed, you may need to reprocess the data load to ensure that it is properly compressed.
  
  
  
  Check for Settings:
  
  Verify the settings in the InfoCube or DSO to ensure that compression is enabled and configured correctly.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Refer to SAP documentation or notes related to your specific version of SAP BW or HANA for any additional steps or considerations.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Compression in SAP BW: Compression is a key feature in SAP BW that helps in optimizing the storage and performance of InfoCubes. It is advisable to regularly monitor and manage the compression of fact tables.
  Performance Tuning: Regularly compressing fact tables can lead to better query performance and reduced memory usage.
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that may provide additional insights or solutions related to this error message.
  
  If the problem persists after following these steps, consider reaching out to SAP support for further assistance.