How To Fix RSSEM229 - Previous request &1 not found or inconsistent

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: RSSEM - Messages for SEM

• Message number: 229

• Message text: Previous request &1 not found or inconsistent

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message RSSEM229 - Previous request &1 not found or inconsistent ?

  The SAP error message RSSEM229, which states "Previous request &1 not found or inconsistent," typically occurs in the context of SAP BW (Business Warehouse) or SAP BW/4HANA when dealing with data extraction, loading, or processing requests. This error indicates that the system is unable to find a previous data request that is necessary for the current operation, or that the request is in an inconsistent state.
  Causes:
  
  Missing Request: The specific request identified by the request number (&1) does not exist in the system. This could happen if the request was deleted or if it was never created.
  Inconsistent State: The request exists but is in an inconsistent state, possibly due to a failed data load or an interrupted process.
  Data Load Issues: There may have been issues during the data load process, such as network problems, system crashes, or other interruptions.
  Incorrect Process Chain: If you are using process chains, the sequence of steps