How To Fix RSBK004 - Specify an InfoProvider

RSBK004 - Overview

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: RSBK - Messages for the Data Transfer Process

• Message number: 004

• Message text: Specify an InfoProvider

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message RSBK004 - Specify an InfoProvider ?

  The SAP error message RSBK004, which states "Specify an InfoProvider," typically occurs in the context of SAP BW (Business Warehouse) when you are trying to execute a query or a report that requires an InfoProvider, but none has been specified. This can happen in various scenarios, such as when creating or executing queries in BEx Query Designer or when using certain transaction codes related to reporting.
  
  Cause:
  
  Missing InfoProvider: The most common cause is that the InfoProvider (like a DataStore Object, InfoCube, or MultiProvider) has not been specified in the query or report.
  Incorrect Query Design: The query may not be properly designed to include an InfoProvider.
  Authorization Issues: Sometimes, the user may not have the necessary authorizations to access the specified InfoProvider, leading to this error.
  Technical Issues: There could be technical issues with the InfoProvider itself, such as it being inactive or not properly configured.
  
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Specify an InfoProvider:
  
  When creating or executing a query, ensure