How To Fix RSM140 - Warning: Data could be lost; for more information, see the long text


RSM140 - Overview

  • Message type: E = Error

  • Message class: RSM -

  • Message number: 140

  • Message text: Warning: Data could be lost; for more information, see the long text

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  • Compression of historical transaction data records
    If you have selected the <ZH><LS>No Marker Updating</> </>indicator,
    during the compression <ZH>no markers are adjusted.</> This function is
    used to make changes to non-cumulatives that have yet to be initialized
    visible at a later point in time. When loading and compressing <ZH>
    historical transaction data records</> be aware of the following:
    Before the compression takes place, the InfoCubes into which the
    historical transaction data records are loaded show potentially <ZH>
    incorrect results</>. These inconsistencies are resolved during the
    compression process.
    Once the historical transaction data records have been loaded into an
    InfoCube, the relevant <ZH>aggregates contain the incorrect data</>. All
    the incorrect aggregates are, therefore, deactivated during the
    compression run and rebuilt. For performance reasons, SAP recommends
    deactivating aggregates before a compression run with historical data,
    and to then rebuild them after the compression run.
    Handling non-cumulative initializations as historical transaction data
    is not permitted and results in the termination of the compression run.

    System Response

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

    How to fix this error?

    Procedure for System Administrators


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  • What is the cause and solution for SAP error message RSM140 - Warning: Data could be lost; for more information, see the long text ?
    The SAP error message RSM140, which states "Warning: Data could be lost; for more information, see the long text," typically occurs in the context of data extraction or data transfer processes, particularly when using the SAP BW (Business Warehouse) or SAP BI (Business Intelligence) systems. This warning indicates that there may be a risk of data loss during the process, and it is essential to address the underlying issues to ensure data integrity.
    
    Cause: The warning can be triggered by several factors, including: Data Inconsistencies: There may be inconsistencies in the data being extracted or transferred, such as missing records or mismatched data types. Data Overwriting: If the data being loaded into a target InfoProvider (like an InfoCube or DataStore Object) is not properly managed, it may lead to overwriting existing data. Incorrect Data Mapping: If the mapping between source and target fields is not correctly defined, it can lead to data loss. Insufficient Data Volume:

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