How To Fix RS_SMA_DAP108 - InfoProvider &1 cannot have data archiving processes

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: RS_SMA_DAP -

• Message number: 108

• Message text: InfoProvider &1 cannot have data archiving processes

What causes this issue?

InfoProvider &V1& is of type &v2& and of subtype &v3&. InfoProviders
like this one cannot be archived directly via a data archiving process.

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_SMA_DAP108 - InfoProvider &1 cannot have data archiving processes ?

  The SAP error message RS_SMA_DAP108 indicates that the specified InfoProvider (denoted as &1) cannot have data archiving processes associated with it. This error typically arises in the context of SAP BW (Business Warehouse) or SAP BW/4HANA when attempting to set up or manage data archiving for an InfoProvider that does not support it.
  Cause:
  
  Unsupported InfoProvider Type: The InfoProvider you are trying to archive data for may not support data archiving. For example, certain types of InfoProviders like standard InfoCubes, DataStore Objects (DSOs), or MultiProviders may have restrictions on archiving.
  Configuration Issues: The InfoProvider may not be properly configured to allow archiving processes.
  Data Model Limitations: The underlying data model or the way the InfoProvider is set up may not be compatible with archiving processes.
  
  Solution:
  
  Check InfoProvider Type: Verify the type of InfoProvider you are working with. If it is not designed to support archiving, you will need to consider alternative approaches for data management.
  Review Archiving Settings: Ensure that the archiving settings for the InfoProvider are correctly configured. This may involve checking the settings in the Data Warehousing Workbench or the relevant transaction codes.
  Consult Documentation: Refer to SAP documentation or notes related to the specific InfoProvider type to understand its capabilities and limitations regarding data archiving.
  Use Alternative Data Management Strategies: If archiving is not supported, consider other data management strategies such as data aging, data deletion, or using different InfoProviders that do support archiving.
  SAP Notes and Support: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that may address this issue or provide additional guidance. If necessary, contact SAP support for assistance.
  
  Related Information:
  
  SAP BW/4HANA Documentation: Review the official SAP BW/4HANA documentation for information on data archiving and supported InfoProvider types.
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with transaction codes like RSA1 (Data Warehousing Workbench) and others that are relevant to managing InfoProviders and archiving processes.
  SAP Community: Engage with the SAP Community forums to see if other users have encountered similar issues and what solutions they have found.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to address the RS_SMA_DAP108 error and manage your data archiving processes effectively.