How To Fix RSDDB206 - Parallel indexing process terminated (task: '&1')

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

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

• Message number: 206

• Message text: Parallel indexing process terminated (task: '&1')

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message RSDDB206 - Parallel indexing process terminated (task: '&1') ?

  The SAP error message RSDDB206 indicates that a parallel indexing process has been terminated unexpectedly. This error typically occurs during the process of updating or indexing InfoProviders in SAP BW (Business Warehouse). Here are some potential causes, solutions, and related information for this error:
  Causes:
  
  Resource Limitations: The system may be running out of memory or other resources, causing the indexing process to fail.
  Lock Conflicts: There may be locks on the data or InfoProviders that prevent the indexing process from completing.
  Data Consistency Issues: Inconsistent or corrupt data in the InfoProvider can lead to failures during the indexing process.
  Configuration Issues: Incorrect settings in the InfoProvider or the data model can lead to problems during indexing.
  System Errors: General system errors or bugs in the SAP BW system can also cause this issue.
  
  Solutions:
  
  Check System Resources: Monitor the system's memory and CPU usage. If resources are low, consider increasing them or optimizing the workload.
  Review Locks: Use transaction codes like SM12 to check for locks on the relevant tables or InfoProviders. If locks are found, resolve them before retrying the indexing process.
  Data Consistency Check: Run consistency checks on the InfoProvider to ensure that the data is not corrupt. You can use transaction RSRV for this purpose.
  Reconfigure InfoProvider: Review the configuration of the InfoProvider and make sure that all settings are correct. If necessary, recreate the InfoProvider.
  Check Logs: Review the application logs (transaction SLG1) and the BW process chain logs for more detailed error messages that can provide insights into the cause of the failure.
  Retry the Process: After addressing any identified issues, retry the indexing process. You can do this through the relevant transaction or process chain.
  SAP Notes: Check the SAP Support Portal for any relevant SAP Notes that may address this specific error or provide patches and updates.
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as RSCAT (for data transfer), RSRV (for consistency checks), and SLG1 (for logs).
  SAP Community: Engage with the SAP Community forums for discussions and solutions shared by other users who may have encountered similar issues.
  Documentation: Refer to SAP documentation for BW and InfoProviders for best practices and troubleshooting steps.
  
  If the issue persists after trying the above solutions, it may be necessary to contact SAP support for further assistance.