How To Fix RSMSS_ANALYZER_MSG018 - Property: NUMBER_OF_PARTITIONS

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: RSMSS_ANALYZER_MSG - Messages for RSMSS_ANALYZER

• Message number: 018

• Message text: Property: NUMBER_OF_PARTITIONS

Specify a number of partitions. The check identifies tables that contain
more partitions than the value specified.
The default value for this parameter is an SAP recommendation and
depends on the partition limit supported by your SQL Server version.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message RSMSS_ANALYZER_MSG018 - Property: NUMBER_OF_PARTITIONS ?

  The SAP error message RSMSS_ANALYZER_MSG018 related to the property NUMBER_OF_PARTITIONS typically occurs in the context of SAP BW (Business Warehouse) or SAP HANA when there are issues with the configuration of data partitioning in your data model or InfoProvider.
  Cause:
  The error message RSMSS_ANALYZER_MSG018 indicates that there is a problem with the number of partitions defined for a particular object, such as an InfoCube or a DataStore Object (DSO). This can happen due to several reasons:
  
  Incorrect Configuration: The number of partitions set in the system may not align with the expected configuration for the data model.
  Data Volume: The volume of data being processed may exceed the limits set for the number of partitions.
  System Limitations: There may be system-imposed limits on the number of partitions that can be created or managed.
  Inconsistent Settings: There may be inconsistencies between the settings in the BW system and the underlying database.
  
  Solution:
  To resolve the RSMSS_ANALYZER_MSG018 error, you can take the following steps:
  
  
  Check Partition Settings:
  
  Go to the relevant InfoProvider or DSO in the SAP BW system.
  Review the partition settings and ensure that the NUMBER_OF_PARTITIONS is set correctly according to your data volume and requirements.
  
  
  
  Adjust Number of Partitions:
  
  If the number of partitions is too high or too low, adjust it to a more appropriate value. This can often be done in the modeling tools or administration settings of SAP BW.
  
  
  
  Review Data Volume:
  
  Analyze the data volume being processed. If the data volume is significantly high, consider increasing the number of partitions or optimizing the data load process.
  
  
  
  Check System Limits:
  
  Consult the SAP documentation or your system administrator to understand any limitations imposed by your SAP BW version or the underlying database.
  
  
  
  Re-activate the InfoProvider:
  
  After making changes to the partition settings, you may need to re-activate the InfoProvider or DSO to apply the new settings.
  
  
  
  Consult SAP Notes:
  
  Check for any relevant SAP Notes that may address this specific error message or provide additional guidance on partitioning issues.
  
  
  
  Monitor Performance:
  
  After making adjustments, monitor the performance of the data loading and reporting processes to ensure that the changes have resolved the issue.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  SAP BW Documentation: Review the official SAP BW documentation for best practices on data modeling and partitioning.
  SAP Community: Engage with the SAP Community forums for insights and experiences from other users who may have encountered similar issues.
  SAP Support: If the issue persists, consider reaching out to SAP Support for assistance, especially if it involves complex configurations or system-specific issues.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to address the RSMSS_ANALYZER_MSG018 error and ensure that your SAP BW environment is configured correctly for data partitioning.