How To Fix RS_B4H_PREPARE_APD028 - Unsupported target InfoProvider '&1'. TLOGO: '&2'

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: RS_B4H_PREPARE_APD - Message class for APD transfer prepare package

• Message number: 028

• Message text: Unsupported target InfoProvider '&1'. TLOGO: '&2'

What causes this issue?

If existing InfoProvider is used as target InfoProvider it must be write
optimized DSO or direct update ADSO.

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

Error message extract from SAP system. Copyright SAP SE.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message RS_B4H_PREPARE_APD028 - Unsupported target InfoProvider '&1'. TLOGO: '&2' ?

  The SAP error message RS_B4H_PREPARE_APD028 Unsupported target InfoProvider '&1'. TLOGO: '&2' typically occurs in the context of SAP BW (Business Warehouse) when there is an issue with the target InfoProvider being used in a data transfer or reporting process. This error indicates that the specified target InfoProvider is not supported for the operation being attempted.
  Causes:
  
  Unsupported InfoProvider: The target InfoProvider specified in the error message may not be compatible with the operation you are trying to perform. This could be due to the InfoProvider type (e.g., it may not be a valid DataStore Object (DSO), InfoCube, or CompositeProvider).
  Incorrect Configuration: The InfoProvider may not be properly configured or may not exist in the system.
  Version Mismatch: There could be a version mismatch between the data source and the target InfoProvider, especially if there have been recent updates or changes in the BW system.
  Authorization Issues: The user executing the operation may not have the necessary authorizations to access the target InfoProvider.
  
  Solutions:
  
  Check InfoProvider Type: Verify that the target InfoProvider is of a type that is supported for the operation you are trying to perform. Refer to SAP documentation for the specific requirements of the operation.
  Validate Configuration: Ensure that the target InfoProvider is correctly configured and exists in the system. You can check this in the SAP BW modeling tools.
  Review Data Flow: If you are using a data flow or transformation, ensure that the mapping to the target InfoProvider is correctly set up.
  Check Authorizations: Ensure that the user has the necessary authorizations to access the target InfoProvider. You may need to consult with your SAP security team to verify this.
  Consult SAP Notes: Look for any relevant SAP Notes that may address this specific error message. SAP frequently updates its knowledge base with solutions to common issues.
  System Logs: Check the system logs (transaction SLG1) for any additional error messages or warnings that may provide more context about the issue.
  
  Related Information:
  
  SAP BW Documentation: Review the official SAP BW documentation for information on supported InfoProviders and their configurations.
  SAP Community: Engage with the SAP Community forums to see if other users have encountered similar issues and what solutions they found effective.
  SAP Support: If the issue persists, consider reaching out to SAP Support for assistance, providing them with the error message and any relevant details about your BW environment.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the cause of the error and implement a solution to resolve it.