BRAIN_DEV658 - Ongoing data deletion in InfoProvider. Subsequent refreshes failed.

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• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: BRAIN_DEV - BRAIN messages (for use by development)

• Message number: 658

• Message text: Ongoing data deletion in InfoProvider. Subsequent refreshes failed.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message BRAIN_DEV658 - Ongoing data deletion in InfoProvider. Subsequent refreshes failed. ?

  The SAP error message BRAIN_DEV658 indicates that there is an ongoing data deletion process in an InfoProvider, which is preventing subsequent data refreshes from being executed. This error typically occurs in the context of SAP BW (Business Warehouse) or SAP BW/4HANA when data is being deleted from an InfoProvider (like an InfoCube or DataStore Object) and another process tries to refresh or load data into that InfoProvider.
  Cause:
  
  Ongoing Deletion Process: The primary cause of this error is that a data deletion job is currently running on the InfoProvider. This could be a scheduled job or a manual deletion process that has not yet completed.
  Locking Mechanism: SAP uses locking mechanisms to ensure data integrity during operations. If a deletion is in progress, the InfoProvider is locked for other operations, leading to this error.
  Long-running Deletion Jobs: If the deletion process takes longer than expected due to a large volume of data or system performance issues, it can lead to this error.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check Deletion Jobs: 
  
  Go to the SAP BW system and check the status of the deletion job. You can do this by navigating to the process chain or using transaction codes like SM37 (Job Monitoring) to see if there are any active deletion jobs.
  
  
  
  Wait for Completion: 
  
  If a deletion job is running, you may need to wait for it to complete. Monitor the job status and ensure it finishes successfully.
  
  
  
  Cancel the Deletion Job: 
  
  If the deletion job is stuck or taking too long, you may consider canceling it. This can be done in SM37 by selecting the job and choosing the cancel option. However, be cautious with this approach as it may lead to data inconsistencies.
  
  
  
  Check for Locks: 
  
  Use transaction SM12 to check for any locks on the InfoProvider. If there are locks that are not being released, you may need to investigate further or release them if they are no longer needed.
  
  
  
  Re-run the Refresh: 
  
  Once the deletion process is complete and any locks are cleared, you can attempt to re-run the data refresh.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes:
  
  SM37: Job Monitoring
  SM12: Display and Delete Locks
  RSCUSTV0: Customizing settings for BW
  
  
  Performance Considerations: If deletion jobs frequently take a long time, consider reviewing the data volume and optimizing the deletion process or scheduling it during off-peak hours.
  Documentation: Refer to SAP Help documentation for more details on managing InfoProviders and data deletion processes.
  
  If the issue persists after following these steps, it may be beneficial to consult with your SAP Basis team or SAP support for further assistance.