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