How To Fix R7I751 - InfoProvider &1 already exists but it does not have type &2

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: R7I - InfoProvider

• Message number: 751

• Message text: InfoProvider &1 already exists but it does not have type &2

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message R7I751 - InfoProvider &1 already exists but it does not have type &2 ?

  The SAP error message R7I751 indicates that there is a conflict with an InfoProvider in the SAP BW (Business Warehouse) system. Specifically, it means that an InfoProvider with the specified name already exists, but it does not match the expected type. This can occur during the creation or modification of InfoProviders, such as when trying to create a new InfoCube, DataStore Object (DSO), or MultiProvider.
  Cause:
  
  Existing InfoProvider: The InfoProvider you are trying to create already exists in the system.
  Type Mismatch: The existing InfoProvider has a different type than what you are trying to create. For example, you might be trying to create a DSO, but an InfoCube with the same name already exists.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check Existing InfoProviders: 
  
  Use transaction codes like RSA1 (Data Warehousing Workbench) or SE11 (Data Dictionary) to check if the InfoProvider with the specified name already exists.
  Verify the type of the existing InfoProvider.
  
  
  
  Rename or Delete: 
  
  If the existing InfoProvider is not needed, you can delete it or rename it to free up the name for the new InfoProvider.
  If you need to keep the existing InfoProvider, consider using a different name for the new one.
  
  
  
  Adjust Your Design: 
  
  If you are trying to create a new InfoProvider of a different type, ensure that you are using a unique name that does not conflict with existing objects.
  
  
  
  Transport Requests: 
  
  If this issue arises during a transport, ensure that the transport does not contain conflicting objects.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as RSA1 for the Data Warehousing Workbench, SE11 for Data Dictionary, and SE80 for Object Navigator.
  Documentation: Review SAP documentation for InfoProviders and their types to understand the differences and requirements.
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that might address specific issues related to this error message.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the R7I751 error and successfully create or modify your InfoProvider in SAP BW.