How To Fix RSDSO_UPDATE029 - Request is still open. Close it first.

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: RSDSO_UPDATE -

• Message number: 029

• Message text: Request is still open. Close it first.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message RSDSO_UPDATE029 - Request is still open. Close it first. ?

  The SAP error message RSDSO_UPDATE029: Request is still open. Close it first. typically occurs in the context of data extraction or data loading processes in SAP BW (Business Warehouse) or SAP BI (Business Intelligence). This error indicates that there is an open data request that needs to be closed before you can proceed with the operation you are attempting.
  Cause:
  
  Open Data Request: The most common cause of this error is that there is an open data request in the data target (like an InfoCube or DataStore Object) that has not been processed or closed.
  Incomplete Data Load: If a previous data load was interrupted or did not complete successfully, it may leave the request in an open state.
  Locking Issues: Sometimes, locking issues can prevent the request from being closed properly.
  
  Solution:
  To resolve the RSDSO_UPDATE029 error, you can follow these steps:
  
  
  Check Open Requests:
  
  Go to the Data Warehousing Workbench (transaction code RSA1).
  Navigate to the relevant InfoProvider (like InfoCube or DSO) and check for any open requests.
  You can also use transaction code RSA3 to check the data load status.
  
  
  
  Close the Open Request:
  
  If you find an open request, you can either:
  
  Manually close it: Right-click on the request and select the option to close it.
  Delete the request: If the request is not needed, you can delete it.
  
  
  
  
  
  Check for Locks:
  
  Use transaction code SM12 to check for any locks that might be preventing the request from being closed.
  If you find any locks related to the data request, you can delete them if they are no longer needed.
  
  
  
  Re-run the Data Load:
  
  After closing or deleting the open request, you can re-run the data load process that was previously interrupted.
  
  
  
  Monitor the Process:
  
  After resolving the issue, monitor the data load process to ensure that it completes successfully without further errors.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes:
  
  RSA1: Data Warehousing Workbench
  RSA3: Data Source Test
  SM12: Display and Delete Locks
  
  
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that might provide additional insights or solutions related to this error.
  Documentation: Review SAP documentation on data loading processes and error handling in BW/BI for more context.
  
  If the issue persists after following these steps, it may be beneficial to consult with your SAP Basis or BW team for further investigation.