How To Fix BWSD065 - Meta-definition for MultiProvider &1

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: BWSD - Messages for Scenario Transfer

• Message number: 065

• Message text: Meta-definition for MultiProvider &1

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message BWSD065 - Meta-definition for MultiProvider &1 ?

  The SAP error message BWSD065 indicates that there is an issue with the meta-definition for a MultiProvider in SAP BW (Business Warehouse). This error typically arises when the system cannot find or access the necessary metadata for the specified MultiProvider.
  Cause:
  
  Missing or Incomplete Metadata: The metadata for the MultiProvider may not be fully defined or may be missing.
  Transport Issues: If the MultiProvider was transported from another system, there may have been issues during the transport process that led to missing definitions.
  Inconsistent Data Model: Changes in the underlying InfoProviders (like InfoCubes or DataStore Objects) that the MultiProvider is based on may lead to inconsistencies.
  Authorization Issues: The user may not have the necessary authorizations to access the metadata of the MultiProvider.
  
  Solution:
  
  Check Metadata: Verify that the metadata for the MultiProvider is correctly defined. You can do this by navigating to the MultiProvider in the SAP BW modeling tools and checking its properties.
  Recreate or Adjust MultiProvider: If the metadata is missing or incomplete, you may need to recreate the MultiProvider or adjust its settings to ensure all necessary InfoProviders are included.
  Transport Validation: If the MultiProvider was transported, check the transport logs for any errors and ensure that all related objects were transported correctly.
  Check InfoProviders: Ensure that all underlying InfoProviders are active and correctly defined. If any of them are inactive or have been deleted, it could lead to this error.
  Authorization Check: Ensure that the user has the necessary authorizations to access the MultiProvider and its metadata. This can be checked in the user roles and authorizations settings.
  System Restart: In some cases, a system restart or a refresh of the metadata cache may resolve temporary issues.
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: You can use transaction codes like RSA1 (Data Warehousing Workbench) to access and manage MultiProviders and InfoProviders.
  SAP Notes: Check SAP Notes for any known issues or patches related to this error message. SAP frequently updates its knowledge base with solutions for common problems.
  Documentation: Refer to the official SAP BW documentation for detailed information on MultiProviders and their configuration.
  
  If the issue persists after trying the above solutions, it may be beneficial to consult with your SAP Basis or BW team for further investigation.