How To Fix RSDMDD_DELETE016 - &4 Start job &1 for &2 Table

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: RSDMDD_DELETE - Messages for Deleting Master Data

• Message number: 016

• Message text: &4 Start job &1 for &2 Table

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message RSDMDD_DELETE016 - &4 Start job &1 for &2 Table ?

  The SAP error message RSDMDD_DELETE016 typically indicates an issue related to the deletion of data from a DataStore Object (DSO) or InfoProvider in SAP BW (Business Warehouse). The message suggests that a background job needs to be started to delete data from a specific table.
  Cause:
  The error usually occurs due to one of the following reasons:
  
  Data Deletion Process: The system is unable to delete data from the specified table because the deletion process has not been initiated or completed.
  Job Scheduling: The required background job for data deletion has not been scheduled or has failed.
  Locking Issues: There may be locks on the table that prevent the deletion process from proceeding.
  Configuration Issues: There might be configuration issues with the DataStore Object or InfoProvider that need to be addressed.
  
  Solution:
  To resolve the error, you can follow these steps:
  
  
  Check Job Status:
  
  Go to transaction SM37 to check the status of the background job that is responsible for the deletion process. Look for any failed jobs or jobs that are still running.
  
  
  
  Start the Job Manually:
  
  If the job is not running, you can manually start the job that is responsible for the deletion of data. This can usually be done through the Data Warehousing Workbench or by using the appropriate transaction code.
  
  
  
  Review Logs:
  
  Check the job logs for any error messages or warnings that might provide more context on why the job failed or did not start.
  
  
  
  Check for Locks:
  
  Use transaction SM12 to check for any locks on the table that might be preventing the deletion. If there are locks, you may need to resolve them before proceeding.
  
  
  
  Configuration Review:
  
  Review the configuration of the DataStore Object or InfoProvider to ensure that everything is set up correctly. This includes checking the settings for data deletion.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Refer to SAP documentation or notes related to the specific error message for additional troubleshooting steps or known issues.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: 
  
  SM37: Job Monitoring
  SM12: Lock Entries
  RSA1: Data Warehousing Workbench
  
  
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that might address this specific error or provide additional troubleshooting steps.
  SAP Community: Consider searching or posting in the SAP Community forums for insights from other users who may have encountered similar issues.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the cause of the error and take appropriate action to resolve it.