How To Fix RSOBJS170 - Serious error occurred while reading history folder

RSOBJS170 - Overview

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: RSOBJS - Object Services

• Message number: 170

• Message text: Serious error occurred while reading history folder

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message RSOBJS170 - Serious error occurred while reading history folder ?

  The SAP error message RSOBJS170, which states "Serious error occurred while reading history folder," typically occurs in the context of SAP BW (Business Warehouse) or SAP BI (Business Intelligence) when there is an issue accessing the history folder of a data request or process chain. This error can arise due to various reasons, including:
  Causes:
  
  File System Issues: The history folder may not be accessible due to file system permissions, corruption, or missing files.
  Database Issues: There may be inconsistencies or corruption in the database that stores the history data.
  Transport Issues: If the system has recently undergone a transport, there may be inconsistencies in the objects related to the history folder.
  
  Configuration Issues: Incorrect configuration settings in the BW system can lead to issues in accessing the history folder.
  System Performance: High load on the system or performance issues can also lead to timeouts or failures when trying to read from the history folder.
  
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