How To Fix RSMSS_ANALYZER_MSG196 - Include columns cannot be specified for partitioned tables/indexes

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: RSMSS_ANALYZER_MSG - Messages for RSMSS_ANALYZER

• Message number: 196

• Message text: Include columns cannot be specified for partitioned tables/indexes

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message RSMSS_ANALYZER_MSG196 - Include columns cannot be specified for partitioned tables/indexes ?

  The SAP error message RSMSS_ANALYZER_MSG196 indicates that there is an issue with specifying columns for partitioned tables or indexes in your SAP system. This error typically arises when you attempt to define or modify a partitioned table or index in a way that is not allowed by the database system.
  Cause:
  The primary cause of this error is that the database does not permit the specification of certain columns for partitioned tables or indexes. This can happen in scenarios such as:
  
  Attempting to create or alter a partitioned table or index with columns that are not allowed.
  Using a partitioning strategy that conflicts with the database's rules regarding column specifications.
  Misconfiguration in the partitioning scheme or the SQL statement used to create or modify the partitioned object.
  
  Solution:
  To resolve this error, consider the following steps:
  
  
  Review Partitioning Rules: Check the database documentation for the specific rules regarding partitioned tables and indexes. Ensure that the columns you are trying to specify are allowed for partitioning.
  
  
  Modify SQL Statement: If you are using a SQL statement to create or alter the partitioned table/index, review it for correctness. Ensure that you are not specifying columns that are not permitted.
  
  
  Check Partitioning Strategy: Ensure that the partitioning strategy you are using (e.g., range, list, hash) is appropriate for the data and the columns involved.
  
  
  Consult SAP Notes: Look for any relevant SAP Notes or documentation that might address this specific error. SAP frequently updates its knowledge base with solutions to common issues.
  
  
  Database Compatibility: Ensure that your database version is compatible with the partitioning features you are trying to use. Sometimes, certain features are only available in specific versions.
  
  
  Testing: If possible, test the changes in a development or test environment before applying them to production to ensure that the issue is resolved without introducing new problems.
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Database Documentation: Refer to the documentation for your specific database (e.g., Oracle, SQL Server, HANA) for detailed information on partitioning rules and limitations.
  SAP Community: Engage with the SAP Community forums to see if other users have encountered similar issues and what solutions they have found.
  SAP Support: If the issue persists, consider reaching out to SAP Support for assistance, especially if you have a support contract.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the cause of the error and implement a solution to resolve it.