How To Fix RSDDB116 - A deletion process is already running

RSDDB116 - Overview

• Message type: E = Error

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

• Message number: 116

• Message text: A deletion process is already running

What causes this issue?

A process is already running to delete unused master data indexes.

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?

You do not need to do anything. Only one process to delete unused master
data indexes can run at a time.

Procedure for System Administrators

Error message extract from SAP system. Copyright SAP SE.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message RSDDB116 - A deletion process is already running ?

  The SAP error message RSDDB116 indicates that a deletion process is already running for a particular data object in the SAP BW (Business Warehouse) system. This typically occurs when a user attempts to delete data from an InfoProvider (like an InfoCube or DataStore Object) while another deletion process is still in progress.
  
  Cause:
  
  Concurrent Deletion Processes: The most common cause is that a deletion job is already running for the same InfoProvider. SAP BW does not allow multiple deletion processes to run simultaneously for the same object to maintain data integrity.
  Long-Running Deletion Jobs: Sometimes, a deletion job may take longer than expected due to large volumes of data or system performance issues.
  Stuck Processes: Occasionally, a deletion process may get stuck due to system errors or resource constraints.
  
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check Running Processes: 
  
  Use transaction SM37 to check for any active background jobs related to the deletion process. Look for jobs that are currently running and