How To Fix RS_SMA516 - No InfoProvider in filter

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: RS_SMA -

• Message number: 516

• Message text: No InfoProvider in filter

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message RS_SMA516 - No InfoProvider in filter ?

  The SAP error message RS_SMA516 "No InfoProvider in filter" typically occurs in the context of SAP BW (Business Warehouse) when you are trying to execute a query or report that requires a specific InfoProvider, but the system cannot find one that matches the criteria specified in the filter.
  Cause:
  
  Missing InfoProvider: The InfoProvider that you are trying to access may not exist or may have been deleted.
  Incorrect Filter Settings: The filter settings in the query may not be correctly configured, leading to the system not being able to identify the InfoProvider.
  Authorization Issues: The user may not have the necessary authorizations to access the InfoProvider.
  Transport Issues: If the InfoProvider was recently transported from another system, it may not have been properly activated or may be missing in the target system.
  Query Definition Issues: The query definition may be incorrect or corrupted, leading to the inability to find the InfoProvider.
  
  Solution:
  
  Check InfoProvider Existence: Verify that the InfoProvider exists in the system. You can do this by navigating to the Data Warehousing Workbench (transaction RSA1) and checking the InfoProviders.
  Review Filter Settings: Ensure that the filters applied in the query are correct and that they reference valid InfoProviders.
  Check Authorizations: Make sure that the user executing the query has the necessary authorizations to access the InfoProvider.
  Re-activate InfoProvider: If the InfoProvider was recently transported, try re-activating it in the target system.
  Check Query Definition: Review the query definition in the BEx Query Designer to ensure that it is correctly set up and that all required InfoProviders are included.
  Debugging: If the issue persists, consider debugging the query execution to identify where the failure occurs.
  
  Related Information:
  
  
  Transaction Codes: 
  
  RSA1: Data Warehousing Workbench
  RSRT: Query Monitor
  BEx Query Designer: For designing and modifying queries.
  
  
  
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that may address this specific error or provide additional troubleshooting steps.
  
  
  Documentation: Refer to SAP Help documentation for more details on InfoProviders and query execution.
  
  
  If the problem continues after trying the above solutions, it may be beneficial to consult with your SAP Basis or BW team for further investigation.