How To Fix RSDDLTIP_MAINTAIN014 - Analytic index &1 can only be changed in Workspace Designer

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: RSDDLTIP_MAINTAIN - Messages for OLAP Index Maintenance

• Message number: 014

• Message text: Analytic index &1 can only be changed in Workspace Designer

What causes this issue?

This analytic index was created in the context of a workspace and cannot
be changed here.

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?

Edit the analytic index in Workspace Designer. You can find the
associated workspace in the where-used list.

Procedure for System Administrators

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message RSDDLTIP_MAINTAIN014 - Analytic index &1 can only be changed in Workspace Designer ?

  The SAP error message RSDDLTIP_MAINTAIN014 indicates that you are trying to make changes to an analytic index (or a data model) that can only be modified using the Workspace Designer in SAP BW (Business Warehouse) or SAP BW/4HANA. This error typically arises when users attempt to edit or maintain an analytic index directly in the Data Warehousing Workbench or other tools that do not support such modifications.
  Cause:
  The primary cause of this error is that the analytic index you are trying to modify is locked for changes in the current environment or tool you are using. The Workspace Designer is the designated tool for making changes to analytic indexes, and other tools may not have the necessary permissions or capabilities to perform these actions.
  Solution:
  To resolve this error, follow these steps:
  
  
  Use Workspace Designer: 
  
  Open the Workspace Designer in your SAP BW or BW/4HANA environment.
  Navigate to the specific analytic index you want to modify.
  Make the necessary changes within the Workspace Designer.
  
  
  
  Check Permissions: 
  
  Ensure that you have the appropriate permissions to modify the analytic index. If you do not have the required access, contact your SAP BW administrator to grant you the necessary rights.
  
  
  
  Review Documentation: 
  
  Consult the SAP documentation or help resources for more information on how to use the Workspace Designer effectively.
  
  
  
  Check for Locks: 
  
  Ensure that the analytic index is not locked by another user or process. If it is locked, you may need to wait until the lock is released or contact the user who has it locked.
  
  
  
  Training and Resources: 
  
  If you are unfamiliar with the Workspace Designer, consider seeking training or resources to better understand how to use it for managing analytic indexes.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  SAP BW/4HANA: The Workspace Designer is a key component in SAP BW/4HANA for modeling and managing data models, including analytic indexes.
  SAP Notes and Documentation: Check SAP Notes for any updates or specific guidance related to this error message.
  Community Forums: Engage with the SAP Community or forums for additional insights and shared experiences from other users who may have encountered the same issue.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the error and successfully modify the analytic index as needed.