How To Fix RSM1449 - Start of compressing InfoCube & is not permitted

RSM1449 - Overview

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: RSM1 - Messages for AWB, Scheduler and Monitor (new)

• Message number: 449

• Message text: Start of compressing InfoCube & is not permitted

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message RSM1449 - Start of compressing InfoCube & is not permitted ?

  The SAP error message RSM1449, which states "Start of compressing InfoCube & is not permitted," typically occurs when there are issues related to the compression of an InfoCube in SAP BW (Business Warehouse). This error can arise due to several reasons, and understanding the cause is essential for finding a solution.
  Causes:
  
  Active Requests: The InfoCube may have active data requests that are still being processed. Compression cannot occur while data is being loaded or processed.
  Open Data Requests: There may be open data requests in the InfoCube that need to be closed before compression can take place.
  Data Locking: There might be locks on the InfoCube that prevent compression from being initiated.
  Incorrect Settings: The InfoCube may have settings that do not allow for compression under certain conditions.
  Background Jobs: There may be background jobs running that are accessing the InfoCube, preventing compression.
  
  Solutions:
  
  Check Active Requests: Use transaction code RSA1 to check if there are any