How To Fix RSM1488 - Deletion of request &1(&2) from cube &3 terminated

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

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

• Message number: 488

• Message text: Deletion of request &1(&2) from cube &3 terminated

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message RSM1488 - Deletion of request &1(&2) from cube &3 terminated ?

  The SAP error message RSM1488 indicates that there was an issue when trying to delete a data request from a data cube. This error can occur in the context of SAP BW (Business Warehouse) when managing data requests in InfoCubes.
  Cause:
  The error message RSM1488 can be triggered by several factors, including:
  
  Data Consistency Issues: The request you are trying to delete may be inconsistent or corrupted.
  Locks: The request might be locked by another process or user, preventing deletion.
  Authorization Issues: The user may not have the necessary authorizations to delete the request.
  Technical Issues: There may be underlying technical issues with the database or the BW system itself.
  Request Status: The request may be in a status that does not allow deletion (e.g., it might be in a state of being processed).
  
  Solution:
  To resolve the RSM1488 error, you can try the following steps:
  
  
  Check Locks: Use transaction code SM12 to check if there are any locks on the request. If there are locks, you may need to wait for them to be released or contact the user who has locked the request.
  
  
  Check Request Status: Verify the status of the request in transaction RSA1. If the request is in a status that does not allow deletion, you may need to change its status or wait until it is in a deletable state.
  
  
  Authorization Check: Ensure that the user attempting to delete the request has the necessary authorizations. You can check this in transaction SU53 or by consulting with your security team.
  
  
  Consistency Check: Run a consistency check on the InfoCube using transaction RSRV. This can help identify any inconsistencies that may be causing the issue.
  
  
  Delete via Background Job: If the request cannot be deleted interactively, consider scheduling a background job to delete the request. This can sometimes bypass issues related to locks or user sessions.
  
  
  System Logs: Check the system logs (transaction SM21) for any additional error messages or warnings that might provide more context about the failure.
  
  
  Contact SAP Support: If the issue persists after trying the above steps, consider reaching out to SAP support for further assistance. They may have additional tools or insights to help resolve the issue.
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as RSA1 (Data Warehousing Workbench), RSRV (Consistency Check), and SM12 (Lock Entries).
  SAP Notes: Search for SAP Notes related to RSM1488 or similar issues in the SAP Support Portal. There may be specific patches or updates that address this error.
  Documentation: Review SAP documentation on InfoCube management and data request handling for best practices and troubleshooting tips.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify and resolve the underlying cause of the RSM1488 error message.