How To Fix DB6PM880 - You must first start the collecting process for InfoProvider &1

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: DB6PM - DB2 UDB for UNIX, Windows: Performance Monitoring

• Message number: 880

• Message text: You must first start the collecting process for InfoProvider &1

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message DB6PM880 - You must first start the collecting process for InfoProvider &1 ?

  The SAP error message DB6PM880 indicates that there is an issue with the data collection process for a specific InfoProvider in the SAP BW (Business Warehouse) system. This error typically arises when you attempt to access or process data from an InfoProvider that has not yet been initialized or for which the data collection process has not been started.
  Cause:
  
  Data Collection Not Started: The primary cause of this error is that the data collection process for the specified InfoProvider has not been initiated. This means that the system does not have any data to work with for the requested operations.
  Configuration Issues: There may be configuration issues in the InfoProvider settings that prevent the data collection from starting.
  Data Source Issues: The underlying data source may not be properly configured or may not be available, leading to the inability to start the data collection process.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Start the Data Collection Process:
  
  Go to the SAP BW system and navigate to the relevant InfoProvider.
  Start the data collection process for the InfoProvider. This can typically be done through the Data Warehousing Workbench or the relevant transaction codes (like RSA1).
  Ensure that the data extraction process is correctly set up and scheduled.
  
  
  
  Check Configuration:
  
  Verify the configuration settings of the InfoProvider to ensure that it is correctly set up to receive data.
  Check the settings for the data source and ensure that it is active and correctly configured.
  
  
  
  Monitor Data Load:
  
  Use transaction codes like SM37 to monitor the data load jobs and check for any errors or issues that may have occurred during the data loading process.
  Ensure that the data load jobs are running successfully and that there are no failures.
  
  
  
  Check for Dependencies:
  
  Ensure that any dependencies or prerequisites for the InfoProvider are met. This may include ensuring that the data source is available and that any transformations or data flows are correctly configured.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Refer to SAP documentation or support notes related to the specific InfoProvider and data collection processes for additional guidance.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as RSA1 (Data Warehousing Workbench), SM37 (Job Monitoring), and others that may help in managing data loads and InfoProviders.
  SAP Notes: Check SAP Notes for any known issues or patches related to the specific error message or InfoProvider.
  SAP Community: Engage with the SAP Community forums for insights and solutions from other users who may have encountered similar issues.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the DB6PM880 error and successfully start the data collection process for the specified InfoProvider.