How To Fix RSM1481 - Selective deletion from cube & not allowed; request still running

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

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

• Message number: 481

• Message text: Selective deletion from cube & not allowed; request still running

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message RSM1481 - Selective deletion from cube & not allowed; request still running ?

  The SAP error message RSM1481 indicates that a selective deletion from a data cube is not allowed because a request is still running. This typically occurs in the context of SAP BW (Business Warehouse) when you attempt to perform a selective deletion while another process is actively working with the data in the cube.
  Cause:
  
  Active Request: The primary cause of this error is that there is an active data request (e.g., data loading, processing, or another operation) that is currently running on the InfoCube. The system prevents selective deletion to ensure data integrity and consistency.
  Locks: The InfoCube may be locked due to ongoing processes, which prevents any modifications, including deletions.
  Long-running Processes: Sometimes, data loads or transformations can take longer than expected, leading to this error if you try to delete data during that time.
  
  Solution:
  
  Check Active Requests: Use transaction code RSA1 to check the status of active requests in the InfoCube. Look for any requests that are currently running and wait for them to complete.
  Monitor Process Chains: If the data load is part of a process chain, monitor the process chain to see if it is still running. You can use transaction code RSPC to check the status of process chains.
  Cancel Running Requests: If you determine that a request is stuck or taking too long, you may need to cancel it. You can do this in the RSA1 transaction by selecting the request and choosing to cancel it.
  Retry Selective Deletion: Once you confirm that no requests are running, you can attempt the selective deletion again.
  Check for Locks: Use transaction code SM12 to check for any locks on the InfoCube. If there are locks that are not being released, you may need to investigate further or contact your SAP Basis team.
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes:
  
  RSA1: Data Warehousing Workbench
  RSPC: Process Chain Maintenance
  SM12: Display and Delete Locks
  
  
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that may provide additional insights or solutions related to this error.
  Performance Monitoring: If this issue occurs frequently, consider monitoring the performance of your data loads and optimizing them to reduce the likelihood of overlapping requests.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the RSM1481 error and successfully perform selective deletions in your InfoCube.