How To Fix 42492 - Info object could not be imported (&1)

42492 - Overview

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: 42 - Information Workbench

• Message number: 492

• Message text: Info object could not be imported (&1)

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message 42492 - Info object could not be imported (&1) ?

  The SAP error message "42492 Info object could not be imported (&1)" typically occurs during the import of InfoObjects in SAP BW (Business Warehouse) or SAP BI (Business Intelligence). This error indicates that there was a problem with the import process of a specific InfoObject, which is identified by the placeholder "&1".
  Causes:
  
  Missing Dependencies: The InfoObject you are trying to import may have dependencies (like InfoProviders, DataSources, or other InfoObjects) that are not present in the target system.
  Version Mismatch: The version of the InfoObject in the source system may not be compatible with the target system.
  Transport Issues: There may be issues with the transport request itself, such as it being incomplete or corrupted.
  Authorization Issues: The user performing the import may not have the necessary authorizations to import the InfoObject.
  Data Model Changes: Changes in the data model or structure of the InfoObject that are not reflected in the target system can lead