How To Fix RSM346 - Determining the InfoCubes to be updated: & Cube(s)

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: RSM -

• Message number: 346

• Message text: Determining the InfoCubes to be updated: & Cube(s)

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message RSM346 - Determining the InfoCubes to be updated: & Cube(s) ?

  The SAP error message RSM346 typically occurs in the context of data extraction and loading processes, particularly when working with InfoCubes in SAP BW (Business Warehouse). This error indicates that there is an issue with determining which InfoCubes need to be updated during a data load process.
  Cause:
  
  Missing or Inactive InfoCubes: The InfoCubes that are supposed to be updated may not exist, may be inactive, or may not be properly configured.
  Data Source Issues: The data source from which the data is being extracted may not be correctly set up or may not be providing the expected data.
  Transformation Issues: There may be issues with the transformation rules that map the data from the source to the target InfoCubes.
  Authorization Issues: The user executing the data load may not have the necessary authorizations to access the InfoCubes or the data sources.
  Process Chain Configuration: If the error occurs within a process chain, there may be misconfigurations in the process chain settings.
  
  Solution:
  
  Check InfoCube Status: Verify that the InfoCubes you are trying to update are active and correctly configured. You can do this in the SAP BW modeling tools.
  Validate Data Sources: Ensure that the data sources are correctly set up and that they are providing the expected data. Check for any errors in the data source extraction.
  Review Transformations: Check the transformation rules to ensure they are correctly mapping the data from the source to the InfoCubes.
  User Authorizations: Ensure that the user executing the data load has the necessary authorizations to access the InfoCubes and data sources.
  Process Chain Review: If the error occurs in a process chain, review the configuration of the process chain to ensure that all steps are correctly defined and that there are no missing links.
  Check for Locks: Sometimes, InfoCubes can be locked due to ongoing processes. Ensure that no other processes are locking the InfoCubes you are trying to update.
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: You can use transaction codes like RSA1 (Data Warehousing Workbench) to check InfoCubes and data sources.
  Logs and Traces: Check the logs and traces for more detailed error messages that can provide additional context for the issue.
  SAP Notes: Look for relevant SAP Notes that may address specific issues related to this error message. SAP Notes can provide patches or workarounds for known issues.
  Documentation: Refer to SAP documentation for best practices on data loading and InfoCube management.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify and resolve the issue causing the RSM346 error message in SAP BW.