How To Fix RSDU_REPART436 - Index &1 (column &2, table &3) deleted

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: RSDU_REPART - Messages for Repartitioning InfoProviders

• Message number: 436

• Message text: Index &1 (column &2, table &3) deleted

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message RSDU_REPART436 - Index &1 (column &2, table &3) deleted ?

  The SAP error message RSDU_REPART436 indicates that an index associated with a specific column in a table has been deleted. This can occur in the context of SAP BW (Business Warehouse) or SAP HANA environments, where indexes are crucial for optimizing query performance.
  Cause:
  
  Manual Deletion: The index may have been manually deleted by a user or during a maintenance operation.
  Data Model Changes: Changes in the data model, such as modifications to InfoObjects, InfoProviders, or transformations, can lead to the deletion of associated indexes.
  System Upgrades or Migrations: During system upgrades or migrations, certain indexes may be dropped or not recreated properly.
  Database Maintenance: Regular database maintenance tasks might inadvertently lead to the deletion of indexes.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Recreate the Index: The most straightforward solution is to recreate the index. This can typically be done through the SAP BW transaction codes or through the database management tools, depending on your environment.
  
  For BW, you can use transaction RSA1 to navigate to the InfoProvider and check the settings for the index.
  For HANA, you can use SQL commands to recreate the index if you have the necessary permissions.
  
  
  
  Check Data Model: Review any recent changes made to the data model that might have led to the deletion. Ensure that all necessary objects are correctly defined and linked.
  
  
  Run Consistency Checks: Use transaction RSBAS000 to run consistency checks on your InfoProviders. This can help identify any inconsistencies that may have led to the index deletion.
  
  
  Review Logs: Check the system logs for any related messages or errors that occurred around the time the index was deleted. This can provide insights into what caused the issue.
  
  
  Consult Documentation: Refer to SAP documentation or notes related to your specific version of SAP BW or HANA for any known issues or patches that might address this problem.
  
  
  Contact SAP Support: If the issue persists or if you are unsure about the steps to take, consider reaching out to SAP Support for assistance.
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as RSA1 (Data Warehousing Workbench), RSD1 (InfoObject Maintenance), and RSBAS000 (Consistency Check).
  SAP Notes: Search for SAP Notes related to RSDU_REPART436 for any specific fixes or recommendations provided by SAP.
  Database Documentation: If you are using HANA, refer to HANA documentation for index management and optimization strategies.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to address the RSDU_REPART436 error and restore the necessary index functionality in your SAP environment.