How To Fix DBMAN242 - The data from the InfoProvider &1 involved could not be checked

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: DBMAN - Data Manager Message Class

• Message number: 242

• Message text: The data from the InfoProvider &1 involved could not be checked

What causes this issue?

Data of a special InfoProvider type should be displayed in transaction
LISTCUBE:
Virtual InfoCube
InfoCube with near-line storage ("NLS")
MultiProvider with a pattern search on a characteristic which is not
mapped to all PartProviders
The agreement between results and selections cannot be guaranteed
because of this. See SAP Notes 2115750 and 2468840 for additional
information.

System Response

The system issues an error message and will not allow you to continue with this transaction until the error is resolved.

How to fix this error?

Procedure for System Administrators

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message DBMAN242 - The data from the InfoProvider &1 involved could not be checked ?

  The SAP error message DBMAN242 indicates that there was an issue with checking the data from a specific InfoProvider in the context of data extraction or reporting. This error can occur in various scenarios, such as during data loading, reporting, or when performing data checks in SAP BW (Business Warehouse) or SAP BI (Business Intelligence).
  Cause:
  The error can be caused by several factors, including:
  
  
  Data Inconsistencies: There may be inconsistencies or issues with the data in the InfoProvider that prevent it from being validated or checked properly.
  
  
  Missing or Incomplete Data: The InfoProvider may have missing or incomplete data that is required for the check to be performed.
  
  
  Technical Issues: There could be technical issues related to the database, such as connectivity problems, database locks, or performance issues.
  
  
  Configuration Issues: Incorrect configuration of the InfoProvider or related objects (like InfoObjects, DataSources, etc.) can lead to this error.
  
  
  Authorization Issues: The user executing the operation may not have the necessary authorizations to access the InfoProvider or perform the check.
  
  
  Solution:
  To resolve the DBMAN242 error, you can take the following steps:
  
  
  Check Data Consistency: Review the data in the InfoProvider for any inconsistencies or errors. You may need to run data consistency checks or repair any issues found.
  
  
  Validate Data Loading: Ensure that the data loading process has completed successfully and that there are no errors in the data load logs.
  
  
  Review Configuration: Check the configuration of the InfoProvider and related objects to ensure they are set up correctly. This includes checking InfoObjects, DataSources, and any transformations.
  
  
  Check Authorizations: Verify that the user has the necessary authorizations to access the InfoProvider and perform the required operations.
  
  
  Database Health Check: Perform a health check on the database to ensure there are no connectivity issues, locks, or performance problems.
  
  
  Consult Logs: Review the application and system logs for any additional error messages or warnings that may provide more context about the issue.
  
  
  SAP Notes: Check the SAP Support Portal for any relevant SAP Notes or patches that may address this specific error.
  
  
  Contact SAP Support: If the issue persists after trying the above steps, consider reaching out to SAP Support for further assistance.
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: You may use transaction codes like RSA1 (Data Warehousing Workbench) to check InfoProviders and monitor data loads.
  Data Warehousing: Familiarity with SAP BW concepts, such as InfoProviders, DataSources, and data modeling, can be beneficial in troubleshooting this error.
  Documentation: Refer to SAP documentation for detailed information on data extraction, InfoProviders, and error handling in SAP BW/BI.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify and resolve the underlying cause of the DBMAN242 error.