How To Fix BW_BICS_INA040 - The selected protocol is not available

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: BW_BICS_INA -

• Message number: 040

• Message text: The selected protocol is not available

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message BW_BICS_INA040 - The selected protocol is not available ?

  The SAP error message BW_BICS_INA040: The selected protocol is not available typically occurs in the context of SAP Business Warehouse (BW) when there is an issue with the connection protocol used for accessing data. This error is often related to the BICS (Business Intelligence Consumer Services) connection, which is used for accessing BW data in various SAP applications, including SAP Analytics Cloud and SAP BusinessObjects.
  Causes:
  
  Protocol 
  Configuration Issues: The selected protocol (e.g., HTTP, HTTPS) may not be properly configured in the BW system or the client application.
  Missing or Incorrect BICS Components: The necessary BICS components may not be installed or configured correctly on the client or server side.
  Network Issues: There may be network connectivity issues preventing the client from reaching the BW system.
  Version Compatibility: The version of the client application may not be compatible with the BW system or the BICS components.
  Authorization Issues: The user may not have the necessary authorizations