How To Fix RSDU_REPART520 - MAXVALUE partition of table &1 could not be deleted

RSDU_REPART520 - Overview

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: RSDU_REPART - Messages for Repartitioning InfoProviders

• Message number: 520

• Message text: MAXVALUE partition of table &1 could not be deleted

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RSDU_REPART520 - Details

• The SAP error message RSDU_REPART520 indicates that the maximum value partition of a table could not be deleted. This error typically occurs in the context of SAP BW (Business Warehouse) when dealing with InfoProviders, particularly when managing partitions of a DataStore Object (DSO) or InfoCube.
  
  Cause:
  The error can be caused by several factors, including:
  
  
  Data Dependencies: There may be data dependencies that prevent the deletion of the maximum value partition. For example, if there are active requests or data that rely on that partition, it cannot be deleted.
  
  
  Locks: The partition might be locked by another process or user, preventing the deletion.
  
  
  Technical Issues: There could be underlying technical issues, such as database constraints or corruption in the metadata.
  
  
  Incorrect Configuration: The partitioning settings or configurations might not be set up correctly, leading to issues when trying to delete partitions.
  
  
  
  Solution:
  To resolve the error, you can try the following steps:
  
  
  Check for Active Requests: Ensure that there