How To Fix RS_SMA_DAP102 - Example InfoProvider &1 does not exist

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: RS_SMA_DAP -

• Message number: 102

• Message text: Example InfoProvider &1 does not exist

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message RS_SMA_DAP102 - Example InfoProvider &1 does not exist ?

  The SAP error message RS_SMA_DAP102, which states "Example InfoProvider &1 does not exist," typically occurs in the context of SAP BW (Business Warehouse) or SAP BW/4HANA when the system is unable to find a specified InfoProvider. This can happen for various reasons, and here are some common causes, solutions, and related information:
  Causes:
  
  Incorrect InfoProvider Name: The name of the InfoProvider specified in the query or report may be misspelled or incorrect.
  InfoProvider Not Activated: The InfoProvider may not be activated or may have been deactivated in the system.
  Transport Issues: If the InfoProvider was recently transported from another system (e.g., development to production), it may not have been transported correctly.
  Authorization Issues: The user may not have the necessary authorizations to access the InfoProvider.
  Data Model Changes: Changes in the data model, such as deletion or renaming of InfoProviders, can lead to this error.
  System Configuration: There may be issues with the configuration of the BW system or the specific InfoProvider.
  
  Solutions:
  
  Verify InfoProvider Name: Check the name of the InfoProvider in the query or report and ensure it is spelled correctly.
  Check Activation Status: Go to the InfoProvider in the SAP BW modeling tools and verify that it is activated. If it is not, activate it.
  Transport Check: If the InfoProvider was recently transported, check the transport logs to ensure it was transported successfully. If not, re-transport it.
  Authorization Check: Ensure that the user has the necessary authorizations to access the InfoProvider. This can be done by checking the user roles and authorizations in the SAP system.
  Review Data Model Changes: If there have been recent changes to the data model, review those changes to ensure that the InfoProvider still exists and is correctly configured.
  System Configuration: Check the overall configuration of the BW system to ensure that there are no underlying issues affecting the InfoProvider.
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: You can use transaction codes like RSA1 (Data Warehousing Workbench) to access InfoProviders and check their status.
  SAP Notes: Search for relevant SAP Notes in the SAP Support Portal that may address specific issues related to this error message.
  Documentation: Refer to SAP documentation for BW/4HANA or BW on HANA for detailed information on InfoProviders and troubleshooting steps.
  
  If the issue persists after trying the above solutions, it may be beneficial to consult with your SAP Basis or BW team for further investigation.