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Description

This error indicates that a data partitioning property has been used incorrectly or is not valid for the specific context within SAP S/4HANA. It typically arises during data model definition, system configuration, or when executing operations that interact with partitioned tables or objects, preventing the successful completion of the action.

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Error Message

ERR_RS_PARTITION_INVALID_PROPERTY

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Known Causes

3 known causes

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Incorrect Property Definition

The partition property value or syntax defined in a configuration or script is incorrect or malformed.

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Incompatible Object Type

The specified partition property is being applied to a database object or table that does not support it, or is not designed for partitioning.

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Missing Required Property

A mandatory partition property or parameter required for a specific partitioning scheme has been omitted.

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Solutions

3 solutions available

1. Verify Partitioning Strategy for Affected Tables medium

Review and correct the partitioning definition for tables experiencing the error.

1

Identify the specific table(s) triggering Error 547. This information is usually available in the SAP application logs (e.g., SM21, ST22) or the underlying database logs.

2

Connect to your SAP HANA database using a suitable tool (e.g., SAP HANA Studio, hdbsql).

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Query the system views to retrieve the partitioning definition for the identified table(s). Pay close attention to the partition column, range/list values, and partition type.

SELECT TABLE_NAME, PARTITION_COLUMN, PARTITION_TYPE, PARTITION_NUMBER, SUB_PARTITION_COUNT, SUB_PARTITION_TYPE FROM "SYS_DATABASES"."M_TABLE_PARTITIONS" WHERE TABLE_NAME = '<YOUR_TABLE_NAME>' ORDER BY PARTITION_NUMBER;

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Analyze the partitioning definition for inconsistencies or incorrect usage of partition properties. Common issues include:
- Using a column for partitioning that is not suitable (e.g., large objects, non-deterministic values).
- Incorrectly defined partition ranges or list values.
- Mismatched partition types (e.g., range partitioning with list-based sub-partitions).

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If an issue is found, consider redefining the table's partitioning. This may involve dropping and recreating the table with the correct partitioning strategy, or in some cases, using ALTER TABLE statements if supported for the specific change. **Caution:** Modifying partitioning on a production system can be complex and may require downtime. Always test in a non-production environment first.

ALTER TABLE "<YOUR_SCHEMA>"."<YOUR_TABLE_NAME>" PARTITION BY RANGE (<PARTITION_COLUMN>) (
  PARTITION 0 VALUES < '2023-01-01' THEN 1000000000,
  PARTITION 1 VALUES < '2024-01-01' THEN 2000000000
);

-- Example for List Partitioning
ALTER TABLE "<YOUR_SCHEMA>"."<YOUR_TABLE_NAME>" PARTITION BY LIST (<COLUMN_NAME>) (
  PARTITION 0 VALUES IN ('A', 'B'),
  PARTITION 1 VALUES IN ('C', 'D')
);

2. Rebuild Indexes on Affected Tables easy

Corrupted or inconsistent indexes can sometimes lead to partitioning errors.

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Identify the table(s) associated with Error 547.

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Connect to your SAP HANA database.

3

Rebuild any indexes on the affected table(s). This can help to resolve any internal inconsistencies.

ALTER INDEX "<YOUR_SCHEMA>"."<YOUR_INDEX_NAME>" ON "<YOUR_SCHEMA>"."<YOUR_TABLE_NAME>" REBUILD;

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If you are unsure of the index names, you can query the system views.

SELECT INDEX_NAME, TABLE_NAME FROM "SYS_DATABASES"."M_INDEXES" WHERE TABLE_NAME = '<YOUR_TABLE_NAME>';

3. Check and Correct Partition Column Data Types medium

Ensure the data types of partition columns are compatible with the partitioning scheme.

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Identify the table and the partition column(s) involved in Error 547.

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Query the table definition to check the data type of the partition column(s).

SELECT COLUMN_NAME, DATA_TYPE FROM "SYS_DATABASES"."M_TABLE_COLUMNS" WHERE TABLE_NAME = '<YOUR_TABLE_NAME>' AND COLUMN_NAME = '<YOUR_PARTITION_COLUMN>';

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Compare the data type with the expected data type for the chosen partitioning method. For example, range partitioning usually works best with date/time or numeric types. List partitioning can be used with various types, but it's important that the values in the column can be clearly categorized.

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If the data type is inappropriate or inconsistent, consider altering the column's data type. **Important:** This is a significant change and requires careful planning, potential data conversion, and downtime.

ALTER TABLE "<YOUR_SCHEMA>"."<YOUR_TABLE_NAME>" ALTER("<YOUR_PARTITION_COLUMN>" <NEW_DATA_TYPE>);

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After altering the data type, you may need to re-evaluate and potentially redefine the table's partitioning.

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Related Errors

5 related errors

SAP S/4HANA Error 547: Invalid Partition Property Usage