How To Fix /PLMB/BA_CCK034 - Data provider &1 does not exist

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: /PLMB/BA_CCK -

• Message number: 034

• Message text: Data provider &1 does not exist

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message /PLMB/BA_CCK034 - Data provider &1 does not exist ?

  The SAP error message /PLMB/BA_CCK034 Data provider &1 does not exist typically indicates that the system is unable to find a specified data provider in the context of a Business Analytics or Business Planning application. This error can occur in various scenarios, such as when trying to access reports, dashboards, or planning functions that rely on specific data providers.
  Causes:
  
  Non-existent Data Provider: The data provider specified in the error message does not exist in the system. This could be due to a typo in the name or the data provider not being created or activated.
  Authorization Issues: The user may not have the necessary authorizations to access the specified data provider.
  Configuration Issues: The data provider may not be properly configured or may have been deleted or deactivated.
  Transport Issues: If the data provider was recently transported from another system, it may not have been properly imported or activated in the target system.
  
  Solutions:
  
  Verify Data Provider Name: Check the name of the data provider in the error message. Ensure that it is spelled correctly and exists in the system.
  Check Data Provider Configuration: Go to the relevant configuration area in SAP (e.g., transaction codes like /PLMB/BA_CCK or similar) and verify that the data provider is correctly set up and active.
  User Authorizations: Ensure that the user encountering the error has the necessary authorizations to access the data provider. This may involve checking roles and permissions in the user profile.
  Recreate or Activate Data Provider: If the data provider does not exist, you may need to create it again. If it exists but is inactive, activate it.
  Transport Check: If the data provider was recently transported, check the transport logs for any errors and ensure that all necessary objects were transported correctly.
  Consult Documentation: Refer to SAP documentation or help resources for specific guidance on the data provider in question.
  
  Related Information:
  
  SAP Notes: Check SAP Notes for any known issues or patches related to the error message. You can search for the error message or related keywords in the SAP Support Portal.
  SAP Community: Engage with the SAP Community forums to see if other users have encountered similar issues and what solutions they found.
  System Logs: Review system logs (transaction SLG1) for additional error messages or warnings that may provide more context about the issue.
  
  If the problem persists after trying the above solutions, it may be beneficial to involve your SAP Basis or technical team for further investigation.