How To Fix RSMSS_ANALYZER_MSG146 - Unnecessary empty partition found for InfoCube request &1(DIMID = &2)

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: RSMSS_ANALYZER_MSG - Messages for RSMSS_ANALYZER

• Message number: 146

• Message text: Unnecessary empty partition found for InfoCube request &1(DIMID = &2)

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message RSMSS_ANALYZER_MSG146 - Unnecessary empty partition found for InfoCube request &1(DIMID = &2) ?

  The SAP error message RSMSS_ANALYZER_MSG146 indicates that there is an unnecessary empty partition found for an InfoCube request. This typically occurs in the context of SAP BW (Business Warehouse) when dealing with data loading and partitioning of InfoCubes.
  Cause:
  The error is usually caused by one of the following reasons:
  
  Empty Partitions: The InfoCube has partitions that do not contain any data. This can happen if data loads are not successful or if the data is filtered out during the loading process.
  Incorrect Partitioning: The partitioning strategy may not be aligned with the data being loaded, leading to partitions that are not utilized.
  Data Deletion: If data has been deleted from a partition, it may leave behind empty partitions that are no longer needed.
  
  Solution:
  To resolve this issue, you can take the following steps:
  
  
  Check Data Load Status: Verify the status of the data load requests for the InfoCube. Ensure that the data loads are successful and that there are no errors in the process.
  
  
  Analyze Partitions: Use transaction RSA1 (Data Warehousing Workbench) to analyze the InfoCube and its partitions. Check which partitions are empty and determine if they are necessary.
  
  
  Delete Empty Partitions: If you find that certain partitions are indeed empty and not needed, you can delete them. This can be done through the following steps:
  
  Go to the InfoCube in RSA1.
  Navigate to the "Manage" tab.
  Select "Partitions" and identify the empty partitions.
  Delete the unnecessary empty partitions.
  
  
  
  Reorganize InfoCube: After deleting empty partitions, you may want to reorganize the InfoCube to optimize performance. This can be done using the "Manage" option in RSA1.
  
  
  Review Partitioning Strategy: If empty partitions are a recurring issue, consider reviewing your partitioning strategy. Ensure that it aligns with your data loading patterns and business requirements.
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Use transaction codes like RSA1 for data warehousing tasks, RSMO for monitoring data loads, and RSCAT for managing InfoCubes.
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that may provide additional insights or solutions related to this error message.
  Documentation: Refer to SAP BW documentation for best practices on partitioning and data loading strategies.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the error message RSMSS_ANALYZER_MSG146 and maintain a clean and efficient InfoCube structure.