How To Fix /SCMB/PSTRU_MIGR050 - Original InfoCube of POS &1 already deleted; backup is not possible

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: /SCMB/PSTRU_MIGR -

• Message number: 050

• Message text: Original InfoCube of POS &1 already deleted; backup is not possible

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message /SCMB/PSTRU_MIGR050 - Original InfoCube of POS &1 already deleted; backup is not possible ?

  The SAP error message /SCMB/PSTRU_MIGR050 indicates that the original InfoCube of the Point of Sale (POS) data has already been deleted, and therefore, a backup cannot be performed. This error typically arises during data migration or when attempting to perform operations that require the original InfoCube to be present.
  Cause:
  
  Deletion of InfoCube: The original InfoCube that is required for the backup process has been deleted from the system.
  Incorrect Configuration: There may be a misconfiguration in the data migration process or in the settings related to the InfoCube.
  Data Integrity Issues: The system may have encountered issues with data integrity, leading to the deletion of the InfoCube.
  
  Solution:
  
  Check InfoCube Status: Verify the status of the InfoCube in the SAP BW system. You can do this by navigating to the InfoCube management area and checking if the InfoCube exists.
  Restore from Backup: If the InfoCube has been deleted and you have a backup of the InfoCube, you can restore it from the backup.
  Recreate the InfoCube: If no backup is available, you may need to recreate the InfoCube. This involves defining the InfoCube structure and loading the necessary data again.
  Review Migration Process: If this error occurred during a migration process, review the migration steps to ensure that they are correctly configured and that all necessary components are in place.
  Consult Documentation: Refer to SAP documentation or notes related to the specific version of SAP BW you are using for any additional troubleshooting steps or recommendations.
  
  Related Information:
  
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that may address this specific error or provide additional context.
  Transaction Codes: Use transaction codes like RSA1 (Data Warehousing Workbench) to manage InfoCubes and check their status.
  Logs and Traces: Review system logs and traces for any additional error messages or warnings that may provide more context about the issue.
  Support: If the issue persists, consider reaching out to SAP support for assistance, especially if this is impacting business operations.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to address the error and restore functionality related to the InfoCube in question.