How To Fix RSDDB103 - Index '&1' deleted on SAP HANA/BWA server

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: RSDDB - BIA Index Objects: Activate, Fill, Delete

• Message number: 103

• Message text: Index '&1' deleted on SAP HANA/BWA server

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message RSDDB103 - Index '&1' deleted on SAP HANA/BWA server ?

  The SAP error message RSDDB103 indicates that an index has been deleted on the SAP HANA or BWA (Business Warehouse Accelerator) server. This can occur for various reasons, and understanding the cause and potential solutions is essential for resolving the issue.
  Cause:
  
  Manual Deletion: The index may have been manually deleted by a user or administrator.
  System Maintenance: During system maintenance or upgrades, indexes may be deleted or become invalid.
  Data Model Changes: Changes in the underlying data model or InfoProvider can lead to the deletion of associated indexes.
  Configuration Issues: Incorrect configuration settings in the BW system or HANA/BWA server can lead to index deletion.
  Database Issues: Problems with the database itself, such as corruption or misconfiguration, can also result in index deletion.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Recreate the Index:
  
  Go to the Data Warehousing Workbench (transaction RSA1).
  Navigate to the InfoProvider where the index was deleted.
  Right-click on the InfoProvider and select "Manage" or "Activate" to recreate the index.
  You may also need to run the "Generate" option for the InfoProvider to ensure that all necessary objects are created.
  
  
  
  Check for Errors:
  
  Review the system logs and error messages to identify any underlying issues that may have caused the index deletion.
  Use transaction SLG1 to check application logs for more details.
  
  
  
  Review System Configuration:
  
  Ensure that the configuration settings for the HANA/BWA server are correct.
  Check for any recent changes in the system that might have affected the indexes.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Refer to SAP Notes and documentation related to your specific version of SAP BW and HANA/BWA for any known issues or patches that may address the problem.
  
  
  
  Contact SAP Support:
  
  If the issue persists and you cannot determine the cause, consider reaching out to SAP Support for assistance. Provide them with detailed information about the error and any steps you have already taken.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  SAP Notes: Check for relevant SAP Notes that may provide additional insights or fixes related to this error.
  System Logs: Always review system logs for any related errors that may provide context for the index deletion.
  Performance Monitoring: Regularly monitor the performance of your HANA/BWA server to catch any potential issues early.
  Backup and Recovery: Ensure that you have a backup strategy in place to recover from unexpected deletions or data loss.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to address the RSDDB103 error and restore the necessary index on your SAP HANA or BWA server.