How To Fix RSBO031 - The specified source type is not currently supported

RSBO031 - Overview

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: RSBO - Open Hub

• Message number: 031

• Message text: The specified source type is not currently supported

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message RSBO031 - The specified source type is not currently supported ?

  The SAP error message RSBO031, which states "The specified source type is not currently supported," typically occurs in the context of SAP BW (Business Warehouse) or SAP BW/4HANA when there is an issue with the data source or the type of data being processed. This error can arise in various scenarios, such as when trying to load data into an InfoProvider or when executing a query.
  Causes:
  
  
  Unsupported Source Type: The data source you are trying to use may not be supported for the operation you are attempting. For example, certain types of data sources (like certain flat files or non-standard data sources) may not be compatible with the InfoProvider.
  
  
  Incorrect Configuration: The configuration of the data source or the InfoProvider may be incorrect. This could include issues with the data source settings, extraction methods, or transformation rules.
  
  
  Missing or Incomplete Data: The data being loaded may be incomplete or not in the expected