How To Fix RSHDB006 - Duplicates found in compressed data. Check data consistency: &1

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: RSHDB - Messages in RSHDB

• Message number: 006

• Message text: Duplicates found in compressed data. Check data consistency: &1

The system issues an error message and will not allow you to continue with this transaction until the error is resolved.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message RSHDB006 - Duplicates found in compressed data. Check data consistency: &1 ?

  The SAP error message RSHDB006 indicates that there are duplicate entries found in the compressed data of a DataStore Object (DSO) or InfoCube. This can lead to data inconsistencies and may affect reporting and data integrity.
  Cause:
  The error typically arises due to one or more of the following reasons:
  
  Data Load Issues: During data loading processes, if the same data is loaded multiple times without proper handling of duplicates, it can lead to this error.
  Data Compression: When data is compressed, the system checks for duplicates. If duplicates are found, it raises this error.
  Incorrect Data Modeling: If the data model is not designed to handle unique records properly, it can lead to duplicates.
  Manual Data Entry: Manual entries or updates to the data can inadvertently create duplicates.
  
  Solution:
  To resolve the RSHDB006 error, you can follow these steps:
  
  
  Check Data Consistency:
  
  Use transaction code RSA1 to access the Data Warehousing Workbench.
  Navigate to the relevant DataStore Object or InfoCube and check for data consistency.
  Use the "Check" function to identify and analyze the duplicates.
  
  
  
  Analyze the Data:
  
  Use the Data Preview option to view the data in the DSO or InfoCube.
  Identify the duplicate records and understand why they are present.
  
  
  
  Remove Duplicates:
  
  If duplicates are found, you may need to delete or correct them. This can be done through:
  
  Data Management: Use the data management tools in SAP BW to delete or correct the duplicate entries.
  Data Extraction: If the duplicates are due to data extraction, ensure that the extraction logic is corrected to prevent future duplicates.
  
  
  
  
  
  Recompress the Data:
  
  After resolving the duplicates, you may need to recompress the data. This can be done through the "Compress" function in the DataStore Object or InfoCube.
  
  
  
  Review Data Loading Processes:
  
  Review the data loading processes to ensure that they are designed to handle duplicates appropriately. This may involve adjusting the data transformation rules or using the appropriate update modes (e.g., "Additive" vs. "Overwrite").
  
  
  
  Consult SAP Notes:
  
  Check for any relevant SAP Notes that may provide additional guidance or patches related to this error.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: 
  
  RSA1: Data Warehousing Workbench
  RSD1: InfoObject Maintenance
  RSCUSTV10: Customizing for Data Warehousing
  
  
  SAP Documentation: Refer to the official SAP Help Portal for detailed documentation on data modeling and handling duplicates in SAP BW.
  SAP Community: Engage with the SAP Community forums for insights and solutions shared by other users who may have encountered similar issues.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the RSHDB006 error and ensure data consistency in your SAP BW environment.