How To Fix RSODSO_TOOLS106 - Error occurred while determining metadata

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: RSODSO_TOOLS -

• Message number: 106

• Message text: Error occurred while determining metadata

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message RSODSO_TOOLS106 - Error occurred while determining metadata ?

  The SAP error message RSODSO_TOOLS106, which states "Error occurred while determining metadata," typically occurs in the context of SAP BW (Business Warehouse) or SAP BW/4HANA when there is an issue with the metadata of a DataStore Object (DSO) or InfoProvider. This error can arise due to various reasons, including inconsistencies in the metadata, issues with the underlying database, or problems with the configuration of the DSO.
  Causes:
  
  Metadata Inconsistencies: Changes made to the DSO structure or attributes that are not properly reflected in the metadata.
  Database Issues: Problems with the underlying database that prevent the system from accessing the required metadata.
  Transport Issues: If the DSO was transported from one system to another, there may be inconsistencies in the metadata.
  Authorization Issues: Lack of proper authorizations to access the metadata of the DSO.
  System Bugs: Occasionally, bugs in the SAP system can lead to this error.
  
  Solutions:
  
  
  Check Metadata Consistency:
  
  Use transaction code RSODSO_CHECK to check the consistency of the DSO metadata.
  If inconsistencies are found, you may need to correct them manually or regenerate the metadata.
  
  
  
  Rebuild Metadata:
  
  You can try to rebuild the metadata for the DSO. This can often resolve issues related to corrupted metadata.
  Use transaction RSODSO_REBUILD to rebuild the metadata.
  
  
  
  Check Database Connection:
  
  Ensure that the database is up and running and that there are no connectivity issues.
  Check the database logs for any errors that might indicate a problem.
  
  
  
  Review Transport Logs:
  
  If the DSO was recently transported, review the transport logs for any errors or warnings that might indicate issues with the transport.
  
  
  
  Authorization Check:
  
  Ensure that the user has the necessary authorizations to access the DSO and its metadata.
  
  
  
  SAP Notes:
  
  Check the SAP Support Portal for any relevant SAP Notes that might address this specific error. There may be patches or updates available that resolve the issue.
  
  
  
  System Restart:
  
  In some cases, a simple restart of the SAP system or the relevant services can resolve transient issues.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as RSA1 (Data Warehousing Workbench), RSODSO_CHECK, and RSODSO_REBUILD.
  SAP Community: Engage with the SAP Community forums to see if other users have encountered similar issues and what solutions they found effective.
  Documentation: Review SAP documentation related to DataStore Objects and metadata management for best practices and troubleshooting steps.
  
  If the issue persists after trying the above solutions, it may be necessary to contact SAP support for further assistance.