How To Fix RSPM106 - Data target &1(&2) contains red requests and cannot be locked

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: RSPM - BW: Request Status and Process Management

• Message number: 106

• Message text: Data target &1(&2) contains red requests and cannot be locked

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message RSPM106 - Data target &1(&2) contains red requests and cannot be locked ?

  The SAP error message RSPM106 indicates that a data target (like an InfoCube or DataStore Object) contains red requests, which means that there are requests that have failed during the data loading process. This prevents the system from locking the data target for further processing, such as loading new data or performing other operations.
  Cause:
  
  Failed Data Loads: The most common cause of this error is that there are requests in the data target that have failed (marked as red) due to various reasons, such as data inconsistencies, transformation errors, or issues with the source data.
  Data Integrity Issues: There may be issues with the data being loaded, such as missing mandatory fields, incorrect data formats, or violations of data integrity constraints.
  Process Chain Failures: If the data load is part of a process chain, a failure in one of the steps can lead to red requests in the data target.
  
  Solution:
  
  Check the Request Status: Go to the Data Warehousing Workbench (transaction code RSA1) and check the status of the requests in the data target. Identify which requests are red and need to be addressed.
  Analyze Error Logs: Review the error logs for the failed requests. You can do this by navigating to the "Manage" section of the data target and checking the details of the red requests. Look for specific error messages that indicate the cause of the failure.
  Correct Data Issues: Based on the error logs, correct any data issues that caused the requests to fail. This may involve fixing data in the source system or adjusting the transformation rules.
  Reprocess Failed Requests: Once the issues are resolved, you can reprocess the failed requests. This can typically be done by selecting the red requests and choosing the option to "Reprocess" or "Reload."
  Monitor Process Chains: If the data load is part of a process chain, ensure that the entire chain is monitored for failures. You may need to restart the process chain or specific steps within it.
  Clear Red Requests: If the red requests are no longer needed or cannot be fixed, you may choose to delete them. However, be cautious with this approach, as it may lead to data inconsistencies.
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Use transaction codes like RSA1 (Data Warehousing Workbench), RSPC (Process Chain), and RSMO (Manage Data Load) to manage and monitor data loads.
  SAP Notes: Check for relevant SAP Notes that may provide additional insights or solutions for specific scenarios related to this error.
  Documentation: Refer to SAP documentation for best practices on data loading and error handling in SAP BW/BI environments.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the RSPM106 error and successfully lock the data target for further processing.