How To Fix RSMSS_ANALYZER_MSG152 - No shadow tables found

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: RSMSS_ANALYZER_MSG - Messages for RSMSS_ANALYZER

• Message number: 152

• Message text: No shadow tables found

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message RSMSS_ANALYZER_MSG152 - No shadow tables found ?

  The SAP error message RSMSS_ANALYZER_MSG152: No shadow tables found typically occurs in the context of the SAP system's data management, particularly when dealing with the SAP Data Warehousing or the SAP BW (Business Warehouse) environment. This error indicates that the system is unable to find the necessary shadow tables that are required for certain operations, such as data extraction or reporting.
  Causes:
  
  Missing Shadow Tables: The shadow tables may not have been created or may have been deleted inadvertently.
  Incorrect Configuration: There may be a configuration issue in the data source or the data flow that prevents the creation of shadow tables.
  Transport Issues: If the system has recently undergone a transport, the shadow tables may not have been transported correctly.
  Data Source Issues: The data source from which the shadow tables are supposed to be created may not be set up correctly or may be inactive.
  Authorization Issues: The user may not have the necessary authorizations to access or create shadow tables.
  
  Solutions:
  
  
  Check Data Source Configuration: Ensure that the data source is correctly configured and active. You can do this by navigating to the relevant data source in the SAP BW system and verifying its settings.
  
  
  Recreate Shadow Tables: If the shadow tables are missing, you may need to recreate them. This can often be done by reinitializing the data source or performing a full load of the data.
  
  
  Check for Transport Issues: If the issue arose after a transport, check the transport logs to ensure that all necessary objects were transported correctly. You may need to re-transport the relevant objects.
  
  
  Review Authorizations: Ensure that the user executing the operation has the necessary authorizations to access and create shadow tables. This may involve checking roles and permissions in the SAP system.
  
  
  Consult SAP Notes: Check the SAP Support Portal for any relevant SAP Notes that may address this specific error. There may be patches or updates that resolve known issues related to shadow tables.
  
  
  System Logs: Review system logs (transaction SLG1) for any additional error messages or warnings that may provide more context about why the shadow tables are not found.
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  SAP BW Documentation: Refer to the official SAP BW documentation for detailed information on data sources, shadow tables, and data loading processes.
  SAP Community: Engage with the SAP Community forums where other users may have encountered similar issues and can provide insights or solutions.
  SAP Support: If the issue persists and cannot be resolved through the above steps, consider reaching out to SAP Support for further assistance.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to diagnose and resolve the issue related to the RSMSS_ANALYZER_MSG152 error in your SAP environment.