How To Fix RSQU021 - Name & is too long to be used in the delta update

RSQU021 - Overview

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: RSQU - S-API after 4.0: Delta Queue, Real Time Update

• Message number: 021

• Message text: Name & is too long to be used in the delta update

What causes this issue?

The name &v1& is too long to be used in the delta update.

System Response

The maximum number of characters for the name of a DataSource that is
extracted using the central delta is 17 characters.
This DataSource cannot be used in the delta update.

How to fix this error?

The system issues an error message and will not allow you to continue with this transaction until the error is resolved.

Procedure for System Administrators

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message RSQU021 - Name & is too long to be used in the delta update ?

  The SAP error message RSQU021 indicates that a name (such as a field name, table name, or other identifier) is too long to be used in a delta update process. This typically occurs in the context of SAP BW (Business Warehouse) or SAP HANA when dealing with data extraction and transformation processes.
  
  Cause:
  The error is caused by exceeding the maximum length allowed for identifiers in the delta update process. In SAP BW, certain identifiers have length restrictions, and if the name of a field or object exceeds this limit, the system will throw this error.
  
  Solution:
  To resolve the RSQU021 error, you can take the following steps:
  
  
  Identify the Long Name: Check the specific name mentioned in the error message. This will help you identify which object is causing the issue.
  
  
  Rename the Object: If possible, rename the object (e.g., field, table, or data source) to a shorter name that complies with SAP's naming conventions