How To Fix /PF1/MSG_RD117 - Provider does not offer this type of referential data

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: /PF1/MSG_RD -

• Message number: 117

• Message text: Provider does not offer this type of referential data

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message /PF1/MSG_RD117 - Provider does not offer this type of referential data ?

  The SAP error message /PF1/MSG_RD117 Provider does not offer this type of referential data typically occurs in the context of SAP's data provisioning or data integration processes, particularly when working with SAP Data Services or SAP BW (Business Warehouse). This error indicates that the data provider you are trying to access does not support the specific type of referential data you are requesting.
  Cause:
  
  Unsupported Data Type: The provider you are using may not support the specific referential data type you are trying to access. This could be due to limitations in the data model or configuration.
  Configuration Issues: There may be a misconfiguration in the data source or the way the data is being requested.
  Version Compatibility: The version of the provider or the SAP system may not be compatible with the type of data you are trying to retrieve.
  Missing Data: The referential data you are trying to access may not exist in the provider's data set.
  
  Solution:
  
  Check Provider Capabilities: Review the documentation for the data provider to ensure that it supports the type of referential data you are trying to access.
  Review Configuration: Verify the configuration settings for the data source and ensure that they are set up correctly to allow access to the required data.
  Update or Patch: If you are using an older version of the provider, consider updating to a newer version that may have added support for the required data types.
  Consult SAP Notes: Check the SAP Support Portal for any relevant SAP Notes or patches that may address this issue.
  Data Availability: Ensure that the referential data you are trying to access is available in the provider. You may need to load or refresh the data if it is missing.
  
  Related Information:
  
  SAP Documentation: Refer to the official SAP documentation for the specific data provider you are using to understand its capabilities and limitations.
  SAP Community: Engage with the SAP Community forums to see if other users have encountered similar issues and what solutions they have found.
  SAP Support: If the issue persists, consider reaching out to SAP Support for assistance, providing them with detailed information about the error and the context in which it occurs.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to diagnose and resolve the error message /PF1/MSG_RD117.