How To Fix RSCRM_FM_DF005 - InfoProvider &1 is invalid

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: RSCRM_FM_DF - CRM FM Dynamic Funding

• Message number: 005

• Message text: InfoProvider &1 is invalid

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message RSCRM_FM_DF005 - InfoProvider &1 is invalid ?

  The SAP error message RSCRM_FM_DF005 indicates that the specified InfoProvider (denoted as &1 in the error message) is invalid. This error typically occurs in the context of SAP BW (Business Warehouse) or SAP BW/4HANA when there is an issue with the InfoProvider being referenced in a query or report.
  Causes:
  
  Deleted or Inactive InfoProvider: The InfoProvider may have been deleted or is currently inactive in the system.
  Transport Issues: If the InfoProvider was recently transported from another system, there may have been issues during the transport process.
  Authorization Issues: The user may not have the necessary authorizations to access the InfoProvider.
  Incorrect Query Definition: The query or report may be incorrectly defined, referencing an InfoProvider that does not exist or is misspelled.
  Data Source Changes: Changes in the underlying data source or structure may have rendered the InfoProvider invalid.
  
  Solutions:
  
  Check InfoProvider Status: Verify if the InfoProvider exists and is active in the system. You can do this by navigating to the InfoProvider in the SAP BW modeling tools.
  Recreate or Activate: If the InfoProvider is inactive, activate it. If it has been deleted, you may need to recreate it or restore it from a backup.
  Review Transport Logs: If the InfoProvider was recently transported, check the transport logs for any errors or issues that may have occurred during the transport.
  Check Authorizations: Ensure that the user has the necessary authorizations to access the InfoProvider. This can be done by checking the user roles and authorizations in the SAP system.
  Validate Query Definition: Review the query definition to ensure that it correctly references the InfoProvider. Look for any typos or incorrect references.
  Check Data Source: If there have been changes to the underlying data source, ensure that the InfoProvider is updated accordingly.
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: You can use transaction codes like RSA1 (Data Warehousing Workbench) to check InfoProviders and their status.
  SAP Notes: Search for relevant SAP Notes in the SAP Support Portal that may address specific issues related to this error message.
  Documentation: Review SAP documentation related to InfoProviders and query design for best practices and troubleshooting steps.
  
  If the issue persists after trying the above solutions, consider reaching out to your SAP Basis or BW support team for further assistance.