How To Fix RS_SMA_DAP211 - Near-line connection &2 used for InfoProvider &1 does not exist

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: RS_SMA_DAP -

• Message number: 211

• Message text: Near-line connection &2 used for InfoProvider &1 does not exist

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message RS_SMA_DAP211 - Near-line connection &2 used for InfoProvider &1 does not exist ?

  The SAP error message RS_SMA_DAP211 indicates that there is an issue with the near-line storage (NLS) connection for a specific InfoProvider. This error typically arises when the system is unable to find or access the near-line storage connection that is configured for the specified InfoProvider.
  Cause:
  
  Missing Configuration: The near-line storage connection for the InfoProvider may not be configured correctly or may be missing entirely.
  Incorrect InfoProvider Name: The InfoProvider name specified in the error message may be incorrect or may not exist in the system.
  Connection Issues: There may be issues with the underlying database or storage system that the near-line storage is trying to connect to.
  Authorization Issues: The user may not have the necessary authorizations to access the near-line storage.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check Configuration:
  
  Go to the SAP BW system and check the configuration of the near-line storage connection.
  Use transaction code RSA1 to access the Data Warehousing Workbench.
  Navigate to the InfoProvider in question and check the settings for near-line storage.
  
  
  
  Verify InfoProvider Name:
  
  Ensure that the InfoProvider name mentioned in the error message is correct and exists in the system.
  If necessary, correct the name or create the InfoProvider if it does not exist.
  
  
  
  Check Connection Settings:
  
  Verify the connection settings for the near-line storage. This can typically be done in the NLS configuration settings.
  Ensure that the connection parameters (like database, user credentials, etc.) are correct.
  
  
  
  Test Connection:
  
  If possible, test the connection to the near-line storage to ensure that it is operational.
  You can use tools like DBACOCKPIT or other database management tools to check the connectivity.
  
  
  
  Review Authorizations:
  
  Check the user authorizations to ensure that the user has the necessary permissions to access the near-line storage.
  If needed, consult with your SAP security team to adjust the authorizations.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Refer to SAP documentation or notes related to near-line storage and the specific InfoProvider for additional troubleshooting steps.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that may address this specific error or provide additional troubleshooting steps.
  SAP Community: Engage with the SAP Community forums to see if other users have encountered similar issues and what solutions they found effective.
  System Logs: Review system logs (transaction SM21) for any additional error messages or warnings that may provide more context about the issue.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify and resolve the issue related to the RS_SMA_DAP211 error message in SAP.