How To Fix RSDD889 - A repartitioning request is already being processed for InfoCube &1

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: RSDD - Message class for data manager

• Message number: 889

• Message text: A repartitioning request is already being processed for InfoCube &1

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message RSDD889 - A repartitioning request is already being processed for InfoCube &1 ?

  The SAP error message RSDD889 indicates that a repartitioning request is already being processed for a specific InfoCube. This typically occurs in the context of SAP BW (Business Warehouse) when there is an attempt to initiate a repartitioning operation on an InfoCube that is already undergoing a repartitioning process.
  Cause:
  
  Concurrent Repartitioning Requests: The most common cause of this error is that a repartitioning request has already been initiated for the specified InfoCube, and SAP does not allow multiple repartitioning processes to run simultaneously for the same InfoCube.
  Long-Running Processes: If a previous repartitioning process is taking longer than expected, it may lead to this error when another attempt is made to start a new repartitioning.
  System Locking: The system may have locks in place that prevent new repartitioning requests from being processed until the current one is completed.
  
  Solution:
  
  Check Current Processes: Use transaction code SM66 (Global Work Process Overview) or SM50 (Work Process Overview) to check if there is an ongoing repartitioning process for the InfoCube. If you find one, you may need to wait for it to complete.
  Monitor Background Jobs: Check the background jobs using transaction SM37 to see if there are any jobs related to the InfoCube that are still running. If a job is stuck, you may need to analyze and resolve the issue with that job.
  Cancel Stuck Processes: If you determine that a repartitioning process is stuck and not progressing, you may need to cancel it. Be cautious when doing this, as it may have implications for data integrity.
  Retry the Operation: Once you confirm that no other repartitioning processes are running, you can retry the repartitioning request for the InfoCube.
  
  Related Information:
  
  Repartitioning: This is a process in SAP BW that redistributes data across different partitions of an InfoCube to optimize performance and manage data more effectively.
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as RSA1 (Data Warehousing Workbench), SM37 (Job Monitoring), and SM66/SM50 (Work Process Monitoring) for managing and monitoring processes.
  SAP Notes: Check SAP Notes for any specific patches or updates related to this error message, as there may be known issues or fixes provided by SAP.
  
  If the problem persists after following these steps, consider reaching out to your SAP Basis team or SAP support for further assistance.