How To Fix RSDD_ZA398 - DB fallback strategy deactivated

RSDD_ZA398 - Overview

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: RSDD_ZA - Messages from TREX Aggregate Area

• Message number: 398

• Message text: DB fallback strategy deactivated

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message RSDD_ZA398 - DB fallback strategy deactivated ?

  The SAP error message RSDD_ZA398 indicates that the database fallback strategy has been deactivated for a specific InfoProvider in SAP BW (Business Warehouse). This typically occurs when the system is unable to access the database for a particular InfoProvider, and the fallback mechanism, which allows the system to retrieve data from a different source, is not enabled.
  
  Cause:
  
  Database Connection Issues: The primary cause of this error is that the system cannot connect to the database where the InfoProvider data is stored. This could be due to network issues, database server downtime, or incorrect connection settings.
  Fallback Strategy Deactivation: The fallback strategy may have been intentionally deactivated in the configuration settings of the InfoProvider. This could be due to performance considerations or specific business requirements.
  InfoProvider Configuration: The InfoProvider may not be set up correctly to allow for fallback strategies, or the necessary settings may not have been activated.
  
  
  Solution:
  
  Check Database Connectivity: Ensure that the