How To Fix CRM_MKTTG_BW_RSDRCRM122 - Metadata description for InfoProvider &1 cannot be determined

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: CRM_MKTTG_BW_RSDRCRM - Message Mapping from RSDRCRM_SEG in BWA

• Message number: 122

• Message text: Metadata description for InfoProvider &1 cannot be determined

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message CRM_MKTTG_BW_RSDRCRM122 - Metadata description for InfoProvider &1 cannot be determined ?

  The SAP error message CRM_MKTTG_BW_RSDRCRM122 indicates that the system is unable to determine the metadata description for a specific InfoProvider in the context of SAP CRM and BW (Business Warehouse). This error typically arises when there are issues related to the configuration or setup of the InfoProvider.
  Causes:
  
  Missing or Incomplete Metadata: The metadata for the specified InfoProvider may not be properly defined or may be missing in the BW system.
  Transport Issues: If the InfoProvider was recently transported from one system to another, the transport might not have included all necessary metadata.
  Incorrect InfoProvider Name: The InfoProvider name specified in the error message may be incorrect or may not exist in the system.
  Authorization Issues: The user may not have the necessary authorizations to access the metadata of the InfoProvider.
  System Configuration Issues: There may be configuration issues in the BW system that prevent it from accessing the InfoProvider correctly.
  
  Solutions:
  
  Check InfoProvider Existence: Verify that the InfoProvider exists in the BW system and that the name is correctly specified.
  Rebuild Metadata: If the metadata is missing or incomplete, you may need to rebuild it. This can often be done by reactivating the InfoProvider in the BW system.
  Transport Check: If the InfoProvider was recently transported, check the transport logs to ensure that all necessary objects were included in the transport.
  Authorization Check: Ensure that the user has the necessary authorizations to access the InfoProvider and its metadata.
  System Logs: Check the system logs for any additional error messages or warnings that may provide more context about the issue.
  BW Administration: Use transaction codes like RSA1 (Data Warehousing Workbench) to check the InfoProvider settings and metadata.
  Consult Documentation: Refer to SAP documentation or notes related to the specific error message for additional troubleshooting steps.
  
  Related Information:
  
  SAP Notes: Search for relevant SAP Notes in the SAP Support Portal that may address this specific error or provide patches.
  SAP Community: Engage with the SAP Community forums to see if other users have encountered and resolved similar issues.
  BW/CRM Integration: Ensure that the integration between SAP CRM and BW is correctly configured, as issues in this area can lead to metadata retrieval problems.
  
  If the issue persists after trying the above solutions, it may be beneficial to involve your SAP Basis or BW team for further investigation.