How To Fix RSDHA895 - Valid values for center initialization type are 2, 3 or 4

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: RSDHA - HANA Analysis in BW

• Message number: 895

• Message text: Valid values for center initialization type are 2, 3 or 4

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message RSDHA895 - Valid values for center initialization type are 2, 3 or 4 ?

  The SAP error message RSDHA895 indicates that there is an issue with the initialization type specified for a data source or InfoProvider in SAP BW (Business Warehouse). This error typically arises when the initialization type is set to a value that is not valid. The valid values for the center initialization type are 2, 3, or 4.
  Cause:
  The error occurs when:
  
  An invalid initialization type is specified in the settings for a data source or InfoProvider.
  The initialization type is incorrectly configured in the data flow or process chain.
  
  Valid Initialization Types:
  
  2: Delta initialization (initialization with delta).
  3: Full initialization (full data load).
  4: Initialization with data transfer (for certain types of data sources).
  
  Solution:
  To resolve the error, follow these steps:
  
  
  Check Initialization Type:
  
  Go to the relevant data source or InfoProvider in the SAP BW system.
  Verify the initialization type setting. Ensure it is set to one of the valid values (2, 3, or 4).
  
  
  
  Modify Process Chain:
  
  If the error occurs during a process chain execution, check the process chain settings.
  Ensure that the initialization type used in the process chain is valid.
  
  
  
  Adjust Data Source Settings:
  
  If you are using a custom data source, check the settings in the data source definition.
  Make sure that the initialization type is correctly defined.
  
  
  
  Re-run Initialization:
  
  After making the necessary changes, re-run the initialization process to see if the error persists.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  If you are unsure about the correct initialization type to use, refer to the SAP documentation or consult with your SAP BW administrator for guidance.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that might provide additional insights or fixes related to this error.
  Transaction Codes: You may use transaction codes like RSA1 (Data Warehousing Workbench) to access and modify data source settings.
  Logs and Traces: Review logs and traces for more detailed error messages that might help in diagnosing the issue further.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the RSDHA895 error and successfully initialize your data source or InfoProvider in SAP BW.