How To Fix RSDD_ZA163 - Check for inactive backup server

RSDD_ZA163 - Overview

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: RSDD_ZA - Messages from TREX Aggregate Area

• Message number: 163

• Message text: Check for inactive backup server

What causes this issue?

This check checks the backup server of the backup and recovery solution
of the SAP NetWeaver BI Accelerator. If the backup server is inactive,
the check receives status <ZK>red</> (error) even though the
functionality is active.
In the details, the host is specified as well as the port behind which
the backup server is supposed to run.

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?

Follow the instructions of any action proposed.

Procedure for System Administrators

Error message extract from SAP system. Copyright SAP SE.

RSDD_ZA163 - Details

• The SAP error message RSDD_ZA163, which indicates "Check for inactive backup server," typically occurs in the context of SAP BW (Business Warehouse) when there are issues related to the backup server configuration in the system landscape. This error can arise during data loading or when accessing data from the InfoProvider.
  
  Cause:
  
  Inactive Backup Server: The primary cause of this error is that the backup server configured in the system is not active or reachable. This can happen due to network issues, server downtime, or misconfiguration.
  
  Configuration Issues: There may be issues in the configuration settings of the backup server in the SAP BW system.
  System Landscape Changes: Changes in the system landscape, such as server migrations or updates, can lead to inconsistencies in the server configuration.
  
  
  Solution:
  
  Check Server Status: Verify the status of the backup server. Ensure that it is up and running. You can do this by checking the server logs or using transaction