How To Fix RSDRO103 - PSA update failed

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: RSDRO - ODS Update/Activation

• Message number: 103

• Message text: PSA update failed

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message RSDRO103 - PSA update failed ?

  The SAP error message RSDRO103 indicates that a PSA (Persistent Staging Area) update has failed. This error can occur in the context of data extraction processes in SAP BW (Business Warehouse) when data is being loaded from a source system into the PSA.
  Causes of RSDRO103 Error
  
  
  Data Quality Issues: The data being loaded may contain inconsistencies, such as invalid characters, incorrect data types, or missing mandatory fields.
  
  
  Technical Issues: There may be issues with the data source, such as connectivity problems, or the source system may be down.
  
  
  PSA Table Locking: The PSA table may be locked due to another process that is currently writing to it, preventing the update from completing.
  
  
  Data Volume: Large volumes of data being processed at once can lead to timeouts or memory issues.
  
  
  Transformation Errors: If there are transformations defined in the data flow, errors in these transformations can lead to failures during the update.
  
  
  Authorization Issues: The user executing the data load may not have the necessary authorizations to write to the PSA.
  
  
  Solutions to RSDRO103 Error
  
  
  Check Data Quality: Review the data being loaded for any inconsistencies or errors. Use transaction codes like RSA1 to analyze the data and identify any issues.
  
  
  Review Logs: Check the error logs for more detailed information about the failure. You can use transaction codes like SLG1 to view application logs or RSMO for monitoring data loads.
  
  
  Check for Locks: Use transaction code SM12 to check for any locks on the PSA table. If there are locks, you may need to wait for the other process to complete or resolve the locking issue.
  
  
  Adjust Data Volume: If you are loading a large volume of data, consider breaking it into smaller batches to avoid timeouts or memory issues.
  
  
  Review Transformations: If transformations are involved, check the transformation rules for any errors or inconsistencies.
  
  
  Authorization Check: Ensure that the user has the necessary authorizations to perform the data load. You can check this in transaction SU53 or by consulting with your security team.
  
  
  Re-run the Load: After addressing the identified issues, re-run the data load process to see if the error persists.
  
  
  Related Information
  
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as RSA1 (Data Warehousing Workbench), SLG1 (Application Log), and RSMO (Monitor Data Load).
  SAP Notes: Check SAP Notes for any known issues or patches related to the RSDRO103 error. You can search for specific notes in the SAP Support Portal.
  Documentation: Review SAP documentation on data extraction and PSA management for best practices and troubleshooting tips.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the cause of the RSDRO103 error and implement a solution to resolve it.