How To Fix RS_B4H_TRANSFER_APD008 - Query &1 is not set as InfoProvider. It cannot be used in transformation.

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: RS_B4H_TRANSFER_APD -

• Message number: 008

• Message text: Query &1 is not set as InfoProvider. It cannot be used in transformation.

What causes this issue?

Queries from APD are reused in data flows as source objects for
transformation. Query must be set as InfoProvider to be used as source
object.

How to fix this error?

Change query definition and settings so it can be used as InfoProvider.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message RS_B4H_TRANSFER_APD008 - Query &1 is not set as InfoProvider. It cannot be used in transformation. ?

  The SAP error message "RS_B4H_TRANSFER_APD008 Query &1 is not set as InfoProvider. It cannot be used in transformation." typically occurs when you are trying to use a query in a transformation process, but the query is not configured as an InfoProvider in the SAP BW (Business Warehouse) system. Here’s a breakdown of the cause, potential solutions, and related information:
  Cause:
  
  Query Not Set as InfoProvider: The query you are trying to use is not defined as an InfoProvider in the BW system. Only queries that are set as InfoProviders can be used in transformations.
  Incorrect Query Name: The query name specified in the transformation might be incorrect or misspelled.
  Query Deactivation: The query might be deactivated or not available in the current context.
  Authorization Issues: There may be authorization issues preventing access to the query.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Set Query as InfoProvider:
  
  Go to the Query Designer in SAP BW.
  Open the query that you want to use.
  Ensure that the query is set as an InfoProvider. This can usually be done in the properties of the query.
  Save and activate the query.
  
  
  
  Check Query Name:
  
  Verify that the query name used in the transformation is correct. Ensure there are no typos or incorrect references.
  
  
  
  Activate the Query:
  
  If the query is deactivated, activate it in the Query Designer.
  
  
  
  Check Authorizations:
  
  Ensure that the user executing the transformation has the necessary authorizations to access the query.
  
  
  
  Review Transformation Settings:
  
  Check the transformation settings to ensure that the query is correctly referenced and configured.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Refer to SAP documentation or help resources for additional guidance on setting queries as InfoProviders and troubleshooting transformation issues.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  SAP BW Query Designer: This is the tool used to create and manage queries in SAP BW. Familiarity with this tool is essential for managing queries and their properties.
  InfoProviders in SAP BW: InfoProviders are objects that provide data for reporting and analysis. Understanding how queries function as InfoProviders is crucial for effective data modeling in BW.
  Transformation in SAP BW: Transformations are used to map data from a source to a target. Understanding the role of InfoProviders in transformations is key to resolving related issues.
  
  If the problem persists after trying the above solutions, consider reaching out to your SAP support team or consulting SAP Notes for any specific patches or updates related to this error.