How To Fix RS_SMA197 - InfoProvider & is of type &2. No DAPs can be created for this type.

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: RS_SMA -

• Message number: 197

• Message text: InfoProvider & is of type &2. No DAPs can be created for this type.

What causes this issue?

Data archiving processes can only be created for cubes, DataStores and
logical partitioned objects.

System Response

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

How to fix this error?

Procedure for System Administrators

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message RS_SMA197 - InfoProvider & is of type &2. No DAPs can be created for this type. ?

  The SAP error message RS_SMA197 indicates that the InfoProvider you are trying to work with is of a type that does not support the creation of Data Access Processes (DAPs). This typically occurs in the context of SAP BW (Business Warehouse) or SAP BW/4HANA when you are attempting to create a DAP for an InfoProvider that is not compatible with this functionality.
  Cause:
  The error is caused by the fact that the InfoProvider you are working with is of a type that does not allow for DAPs. Common types of InfoProviders that do not support DAPs include:
  
  ODS (Operational Data Store)
  InfoObjects
  MultiProviders
  Generic DataSources
  
  Solution:
  To resolve this issue, you can consider the following options:
  
  
  Check InfoProvider Type: Verify the type of the InfoProvider you are trying to use. If it is indeed a type that does not support DAPs, you will need to use a different InfoProvider that is compatible.
  
  
  Use Compatible InfoProviders: If you need to create DAPs, ensure that you are using InfoProviders that support this functionality, such as:
  
  Advanced DataStore Objects (ADSO)
  CompositeProviders
  Cubes
  
  
  
  Review Documentation: Consult the SAP documentation for the specific version of BW or BW/4HANA you are using to understand which InfoProvider types support DAPs.
  
  
  Alternative Approaches: If you cannot change the InfoProvider type, consider alternative approaches to achieve your reporting or data processing needs without using DAPs.
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that may provide additional insights or updates regarding this error message.
  SAP Community: Engage with the SAP Community forums to see if other users have encountered similar issues and what solutions they have found.
  SAP Help Portal: Utilize the SAP Help Portal for detailed information on InfoProviders and DAPs, including best practices and guidelines.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to address the RS_SMA197 error and proceed with your data processing tasks in SAP BW.