How To Fix DDIC_ADT_DDLS056 - Element Info Provider for unknown entry type &1 requested

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: DDIC_ADT_DDLS - ADT DDL Source Editor

• Message number: 056

• Message text: Element Info Provider for unknown entry type &1 requested

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message DDIC_ADT_DDLS056 - Element Info Provider for unknown entry type &1 requested ?

  The SAP error message DDIC_ADT_DDLS056 typically indicates that there is an issue with the Data Dictionary (DDIC) in the context of ABAP Development Tools (ADT) when trying to access or manipulate an Info Provider that has an unknown entry type. This can occur in various scenarios, such as when working with data models, InfoProviders in SAP BW, or when using ABAP CDS views.
  
  Cause:
  The error can be caused by several factors, including:
  
  Invalid or Missing Info Provider: The specified Info Provider does not exist or is not correctly defined in the system.
  Incorrect Entry Type: The entry type being referenced is not recognized by the system, possibly due to a typo or an outdated reference.
  Transport Issues: If the Info Provider was recently transported from another system, it may not have been properly activated or may be missing dependencies.
  Authorization Issues: The user may not have the necessary authorizations to access the Info Provider.
  System Configuration: